Strengthening public health efforts and partnerships to protect and improve health in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)
This grant funds partnerships in the DRC to strengthen public health efforts, focusing on preventing, detecting, and responding to infectious disease threats.
Funder: Centers for Disease Control-GHC
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026
Funding Amounts: Estimated total program funding: $15,500,000 | Expected number of awards: 4 | Award ceiling/floor not specified
Summary: Supports public health efforts and global health security in the Democratic Republic of the Congo through prevention, detection, and response to infectious disease threats.
Description
This funding opportunity aims to strengthen public health systems and global health security in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The program builds on previous CDC-supported activities, focusing on partnerships with Ministries of Health and other governmental institutions. Key objectives include:
- Improving prevention of avoidable epidemics, including natural outbreaks and accidental or intentional releases of dangerous pathogens.
- Enhancing early detection and reporting of emerging public health threats.
- Expanding capacity for rapid and effective response to infectious diseases and public health emergencies of international concern.
The cooperative agreement mechanism emphasizes collaboration and capacity building to protect and improve health both locally and globally.
