IPHASA grants
Applications are now closed
Despite the substantial evidence generated in the field of paediatric HIV services, translation of that evidence into practice has been a challenge. This calls for continuing work and investment in implementation science as well as equipping healthcare workers, policy makers, programme implementers, and ministry of health representatives working on paediatric HIV with knowledge and skills to reduce the implementation knowledge gap. To improve paediatric HIV programmes in-country, the Ministry of Health Uganda in collaboration with the Collaborative Initiative for Paediatric HIV Education and Research (CIPHER) of IAS – the International AIDS Society – and representatives of several ministries of health and leading organizations in paediatric HIV convened the second edition of the International Paediatric HIV Symposium in Africa (IPHASA 2023) from 12-14 December 2023, under the theme, What can we do differently: Closing the gaps in paediatric HIV prevention, care, testing and treatment.
IPHASA is proud to announce the availability of two implementation science grants. These grants aim to further enhance the capacity of HIV professionals in effectively applying implementation science knowledge and skills gained during the symposium, and to bridge the gap between evidence-based interventions and their practical application. These grants, namely the Peer Learning Visit Grant and an Implementation Science Research Grant, aim to facilitate knowledge sharing and address the crucial know-do gap in the realm of paediatric HIV prevention, care and treatment.
The Peer Learning Visit Grant is designed to foster collaborative learning among professionals by supporting a learning visit of one African country team to another country that has successfully implemented a strategy and/or programme of interest. Applicants will have the opportunity to engage in immersive experiences, exchanging insights and strategies with peers in different settings, contributing to the enhancement of implementation practices.
The Implementation Science Research Grant focuses on supporting innovative research initiatives that will generate valuable insights into: a) the facilitators and/or barriers hindering the successful implementation of health interventions, and b) strategies that improve the implementation outcomes of evidence-based practices in paediatric HIV prevention, care and/or treatment, enabling professionals to better understand and overcome obstacles in the field.
Eligibility for these grants is open to individuals who are nationals of low- or middle-income countries in Africa, as per the World Bank classification.
By offering these grants, IPHASA seeks to empower professionals to turn knowledge into action, making tangible strides in improving the delivery of healthcare interventions. Through a collaborative and research-driven approach, we aspire to narrow the gap between what we know works and what is put into practice, ultimately making a meaningful impact on paediatric HIV prevention, care and treatment in African communities.
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The deadline for submission is 22 March 2024, 18:00 CET.
