Apply for WHO Climate and SRH Research Grant — Up to $55,000 for Community-Based Projects @Up to $55,000 for Community-Based Projects

Overview

The World Health Organization (WHO) invites applications for a global call for research proposals focused on climate change and sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRH). This opportunity supports research teams in low- and middle-income countries to generate community-driven evidence on the impacts of climate change on SRH outcomes.

Eligibility

• Research teams based in low- and middle-income countries, particularly in priority countries identified by WHO.
• Eligible applicants include:
  • Academic and research institutions
  • Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
  • Community-based organizations and civil society groups
  • Multi-institutional research consortia
• Principal Investigator and core research team must be in an eligible country.
• Experience in SRH or climate-related research, expertise in participatory and mixed-methods approaches, strong community partnerships, and capacity for interdisciplinary research.

Benefits

• Funding of up to USD 55,000 per project.
• Access to capacity-building resources including training, technical guidance, and research tools provided by WHO.
• Opportunities for international collaboration and shared learning.
• Access to WHO expertise and networks for guidance on ethics, data collection, and dissemination.
• Support for participatory research with community members involved as co-researchers.

How to Apply

Submit proposals through the official online platform, including all required documents such as budget, CVs, and conflict of interest declarations. Learn more and apply through the official WHO/HRP application platform.

Deadline

Application Deadline: 12 April 2026 (23:59 GMT+1). Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.