Visitor Training Program
The ASH Visitor Training Program provides up to 12 weeks of mentor-led, hands-on hematology training abroad for professionals from low- and middle-income countries to build capacity and improve patient care.
Funder: American Society of Hematology
Due Dates: November 7, 2025 | October 5, 2026
Funding Amounts: Covers visa fees, round-trip airfare, accommodations, and daily living expenses for up to 12 weeks of training.
Summary: Supports hematologists and related professionals from low- and middle-income countries to receive targeted, mentor-led training abroad for capacity building in hematology.
Key Information: Individual research projects are not eligible; applicants must secure their own ASH-member mentor.
Description
The Visitor Training Program (VTP) is designed to build hematology capacity in low- and middle-income countries by providing hematologists and related health professionals with up to 12 weeks of hands-on training on a specific topic or technique. Training is conducted under the direct supervision and mentorship of an American Society of Hematology (ASH) member, in the mentor's clinic or laboratory. After completion, participants return to their home institutions to implement their new skills and knowledge, with the objective of improving patient care and fostering institutional development. The program emphasizes mentorship, sustainability, and measurable impact on professional growth and institutional practices.
