Background information
Co-organised by WHO, DFID, and Wellcome, the workshop is a mandatory component of the application process for the Epidemic Preparedness: Social Science Research Protocols scheme.
The workshop brings together prospective applicants and WHO and UNICEF health emergency response teams. Feedback on preliminary applications will also be provided.
Objective
To align the development of full applications with the operational needs of health emergency response efforts.
Expected Outcomes
- A clear understanding of WHO and UNICEF epidemic response practices
- Preliminary application feedback
- Networking
- A clear undertaking of the application decision-making process
