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Humanitarian Health Fund
18/07/2007
Healthcare professionals are being encouraged to undertake humanitarian work in some of the world's poorest countries with the help of one-off grants from the Scottish government.
Applications are being invited from the third round of the Humanitarian Health Fund. Successful applicants will receive grants of up to £5,000.
The grants will enable health professionals to deliver a range of services including medical and nurse training, as well as health education and support in Sub-Saharan Africa and areas affected by the Asian Tsunami.
Minister for Europe, External Affairs and Culture Linda Fabiani said:
"I hope these grants will encourage Scotland's talented healthcare professionals to work with their colleagues in countries which face major health care challenges.
"The fund allows Scottish healthcare staff to share their expertise, working together to build a stronger health system for those who need it most."
This is the third round of £50,000 from the initial commitment of £50,000 per year for three years. The first two rounds were held in November 2005 and December 2006 respectively.
Grants are available for work that:
- Supports the efforts of Scottish-based healthcare professionals undertaking short term humanitarian work
- Is based in Sub-Saharan Africa and areas affected by the Asian Tsunami
- Draws on the expertise of individuals or organisations based in Scotland who are skilled in planning or delivering health services and social care
The grants are available to cover travel and accommodation costs; equipment (but only where its acquisition enhances the ability of the volunteers to deliver their expertise more effectively), and expenses associated with in-country service and training provision. The maximum grant will be £5,000 - there is no minimum award.
The deadline for applications is August 17, 2007.