Grants on Healthcare Issues

Under the overarching theme of the “Fourth 90”, there are three types of projects that we are particularly eager to support:

FOCUS 1: ACCESS AND QUALITY OF LIFE

The Access and Quality of Life grants will support initiatives that  promote patient-centricity, enhance access to care/information, and the quality of life of people living with HIV. Proposals can include:

• Sexual health and HIV prevention education campaigns;

• Education and awareness campaigns around U=U (Undetectable = Untransmittable);

• Access to basic health services including testing, mental health, and well-being programs — e.g.: counselling, vocational training for people living with HIV, health services for older patients, and key population-led health services such as case management, mental health or chemical dependency.

FOCUS 2: MULTIDISCIPLINARY CARE

The Multidisciplinary Care grants focus on initiatives aimed at enhancing capacity building for multidisciplinary professions and long-term care. Initiatives include:

• Evidence and research generation projects focused on multidisciplinary care approaches;

• Capacity-building training of healthcare practitioners and non-health experts in psychology and mental health;

• Health literacy training programs for healthcare practitioners and allied health professionals on long-term condition management.

FOCUS 3: DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

The Diversity and Inclusion grant tackles discriminatory policies, labor laws and regulations, unjust workplace and HR practices, and social stigma against people living with HIV. Proposals can include:

• Workplace diversity campaigns;

• Advocacy for antidiscrimination employment or workplace policies;

• Campaigns to address social and cultural stigma.