Deadline: 24 January 2025
The Leprosy Research Initiative (LRI) and Anesvad Foundation are pleased to announce the second round of call for proposals for RESILIENTD grant funding commencing in 2026.
They invite research proposals on the social determinants of health in the context of skin neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) with a focus on Sub-Saharan African endemic countries.
Eligible Projects
- high potential for positive impact on skin NTD services or to the wellbeing of persons affected by skin NTDs, preferably also beyond the project countries.
- an innovative approach.
- a female Lead applicant and/or a Lead applicant based in Sub-Saharan Africa.
- meaningful involvement of persons affected by skin NTDs.
- a focus on gender.
Eligibility Criteria
- The project should primarily focus on social determinants of health in the context of skin NTDs.
- The project should involve two or more skin NTDs, and leprosy must be included.
- The project may span multiple endemic countries and continents, but at least half of the project countries must be in Sub-Saharan Africa. This focus should be reflected in the resources, activities and impact.
- At least half of the members of the research team (defined as Lead applicant +
- Co-applicants + Partners) should be based in Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Women should make up at least half of the research team.
- Project duration must not exceed four years (48 months).
- The average annual budget should be between €30,000 and €70,000.
For more information, visit LRI.
