Equinet is a network of research, civil society and health sector organisations. Seeking to develop and widen the conceptual understanding of equity in health, Equinet identifies critical areas of work and policy issues and makes visible existing unfair and avoidable inequalities in health. Equinet's main aim is to build alliances leading to positive policies on health at both the local and regional levels. This is achieved by disseminating information and stimulating an informed debate on equity in health in southern Africa. Equinet produces a regular electronic newsletter called Equinet News.