GMHAC 2027 Fully Funded Scholarships for Early Career Researchers, Students and Mental Health Advocates Across Africa

The Science for Africa Foundation and the Mental Health Innovation Network are offering fully funded scholarships to support attendance at #GMHAC2027 for early career researchers, students, and mental health advocates across Africa.

What it offers

• Support for any combination of:
  • Conference registration fee
  • Travel costs
  • Accommodation
  • Other costs (applicants must specify)

Who can apply

• Early career researchers working in mental health research, practice, or policy
• Students (a letter of support from your institution or supervisor is required)
• Persons with lived experience of mental health conditions or psychosocial disability
• Other applicants with a demonstrated connection to mental health in Africa

Priority will be given to applicants based in Africa for whom financial support is essential to attend.

What you'll do

• Attend #GMHAC2027

How to apply

Applications are completed online and require:

• Personal details (name, email, phone number, country of residence, institution or organisation, and current role)
• Motivation statement (maximum 300 words) – why you wish to attend #GMHAC2027 and how it will impact your work
• Impact and contribution statement – how your work advances mental health research, policy, or services in Africa, and how it incorporates people with lived experience or community engagement
• Financial need statement (maximum 300 words) – why financial support is required to attend
• CV or résumé
• Recommendation letter (required for student applicants; strongly encouraged for all other categories)

Good to know

• Scholarship places are strictly limited and competitive. Meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee an award.
• All information provided in your application must be accurate and complete.
• Scholarships are non-transferable.
• Enquiries: email [email protected] with 'Scholarship Application Help' as your subject. Responses will be shared Monday–Friday from 0800 hrs to 1700 hrs EAT during the submission window.