The summary provides an overview of the Belgian HVP Node and its focus on collaboration with the DR Congo Node: 1) The Belgian HVP Node is led by the Belgian Society of Human Genetics and involves multiple centers for human and medical genetics, universities, and other organizations. It focuses on setting norms for laboratory accreditation, clinical testing guidelines, and cross-border testing. 2) Ethics are also a focus, including public forums, ethics committees, and a tiered fee structure for genetic counseling to provide social support. 3) Knowledge is shared nationally through multiple working groups and internationally through annual meetings and collaboration with the DR Congo Node. 4) Capacity building efforts include education and training