Posted: 30 Jul 2013 09:17 AM PDT Call for Applications: Next Generation of Science Journalists Award 2013 To analyze and communicate complex scientific topics is more than just a profession – it is an art. Medical science journalism is no exception. Accordingly, launching a career as science journalist proves to be an arduous endeavor. To help recognize emerging medical science journalists, Germany’s most read medical journal Deutsches Ärzteblatt, the European Union of Science Journalists’ Associations (EUSJA), and the World Health Summit (WHS) will grant the “Next Generation of Science Journalists” Award for the second time. The top selected five young professionals will be invited to participate in the WHS 2013 and experience a unique international networking and learning opportunity. This provides a career head-start as the annual World Health Summit attracts some 1000 high-ranking participants from all health-related sectors – from Nobel Prize laureates to CEOs and future leaders. Additionally, each winner will receive 500 Euro to recompense travel expenses. Terms of Application: Submission of one article on the main topic of “Global Health”, which must have been published after January 1, 2012. The article must be informed by an appropriate scientific background. The article may be published in any form: print, digital, acoustic or visual. Audio and video content is to be made available via web-link. Submissions will be accepted from every country, however, English is required. Translations will be accepted if the original article is attached. The applicants are to be at the beginning of their career as science journalists with a maximum of 5 years’ experience. A short CV (one page), and a scan of a current passport must accompany the submission. Please send applications to: science-journalist-award(at)worldhealthsummit.org The submission deadline is September 15, 2013. An expert panel will rate all submissions. The decision will be communicated shortly after the deadline. Winning submissions will receive reimbursement for travel expenses (500 Euro each) at the World Health Summit. Please note however: transport and accommodation will need to be organized and paid for individually. World Health Summit 2013 The World Health Summit 2013 is being held under the high patronage of Angela Merkel (Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany), François Hollande (President of the French Republic), and José Manuel Barroso (President of the European Commission). It brings together high-ranking participants from academia, politics, the private sector, and civil society. World Health Summit 2013 October 20-22, 2013 Federal Foreign Office Werderscher Markt 1, Berlin Summit Entrance: Unterwasserstraße 10  |
| Posted: 30 Jul 2013 08:55 AM PDT Call for Applications: Staying Alive Foundation Grant Applications are now open for a Staying Alive Foundation Grant, December 2013 intake. The deadline for first round applications is 12th August, 2013 at 12pm GMT. The maximum you can apply for is a grant of US$12,000. Grants will be awarded to small, youth-led organisations that: Are entirely led by young people under the age of 27 Educate and/or give out responsible and accurate information about HIV and AIDS targeted at young people in their communities Eliminate or alleviate the stigma and discrimination associated with HIV and AIDS Encourage young people to take concrete action to protect themselves from HIV infection Demonstrate innovation and creativity in their activities Reflect and honour the culture in which the project operates. All Staying Alive Foundation grant applicants must demonstrate credibility through independent references, government accreditation (if you have any), and verifiable banking and accounting systems. All Staying Alive Foundation grant applicants must agree to allow the Staying Alive Foundation and MTV to promote and publicise their projects. We will use compelling grantee stories to inspire other young people.  |
| Posted: 30 Jul 2013 08:09 AM PDT Call for Applications: Practice Change Leaders for Aging and Health Program We will be accepting applications until September 23, 2013 at 5:00 pm EDT. No exceptions will be made, (originally distributed as September 16, 2013). The Practice Change Leaders for Aging and Health is a national program to develop, support and expand the influence of organizational leaders who are committed to achieving transformative improvements in care for older adults. The Practice Change Leaders program is jointly supported by the Atlantic Philanthropies and the John A. Hartford Foundation. Committed to Improving the Quality of Care to Older Americans Our nation’s health delivery system frequently does not meet the unique needs of older adults. Wide gaps remain between evidence-based approaches, nationally recognized best practices, and how care is currently delivered for many conditions that disproportionately affect this population. Strong leadership is needed to ensure that promising innovations are implemented to improve health and functional outcomes in older adults. The Practice Change Leaders program is a one-year opportunity to gain enhanced leadership skills and content expertise to positively influence care for older adults. Leaders complete a project aimed at integrating improved care for older adults within their organization, allowing them to remain at their full time job throughout the one-year program. Application Deadline: Monday September 23th, 2013 5:00 pm EDT. No exceptions will be made. Start of Award: January 1, 2014 Amount of Award: Practice Change Leaders receive $45,000 per year for one year. The applicant’s home institution is expected to provide cost-sharing support as described in section C of Conditions of the Award. Number of Awards: Up to 10 awards will be made. Eligibility: Applicants must hold a leadership role in a health care delivery organization, health-related institution, or community-based organization with direct responsibility for care that impacts older adults. The applicant’s home institution may be a health plan, hospital, ambulatory clinic, home health agency, assisted living facility, nursing home, or community-based agency providing health-related services to older adults. Irrespective of practice setting, applicants must be senior enough in their organization to have decision-making authority and be able to effectuate change. Applicants must live and practice in the United States. Contact Us at: Practice Change Leaders Program Division of Health Care Policy and Research 13199 East Montview Blvd. Suite 400 Aurora, CO 80045 |
Wednesday, 31 July 2013
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