Scholars in Global Women’s Health Research Program
Forecasted
Scholars in Global Women’s Health Research Program supports African mid-career researchers and innovators with training, mentorship, and networks to advance women’s health research and leadership.
Funder: National Academy of Medicine
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Training, mentorship, networking, and a travel budget for NAM-organized events; one-year fellowship
Summary: Supports African mid-career researchers and innovators in advancing women’s health through leadership development, training, and international networks.
Key Information: Applicants must be African, work in Africa, and be affiliated with an Africa-based organization.
Description
The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) partners with the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), with support from the Gates Foundation, to deliver the Leadership for Innovation and Excellence in Accelerating Research on Women’s Health (LEA-WH) program. It develops the capacity of mid-career African women’s health researchers and innovators with potential to take on expanded leadership roles and lead impactful research and innovation.
KEMRI hosts the program and delivers training, while NAM facilitates mentorship and networking through its membership and the National Academies’ international network. Scholars participate in in-person and virtual convenings, asynchronous professional development, and structured mentorship. The program aims to strengthen grant proposals and research leadership, increase international visibility, and build enduring connections with mentors and peers.
