Bloomberg Philanthropies Data for Health Initiative Announces New Grant Opportunity to Address Gender Inequities

The Bloomberg Philanthropies Data for Health Initiative is excited to announce a new round of funding dedicated to tackling gender inequities in public health. This program aims to empower organizations working in low- and middle-income countries to improve the use and dissemination of sex and gender data for decision-making and policy change.

Focus on Gender Equity in Data

The grant program specifically seeks proposals that integrate gender equity into three core areas:

• Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS): Strengthening CRVS systems is crucial for capturing accurate data on births, deaths, marriages, and divorces, often disaggregated by sex. This information is essential for understanding and addressing gender disparities in health outcomes.
• Data Use for Decision-Making: This program prioritizes projects that support the effective use of sex and gender data in policy and program development. This can include training policymakers and health professionals on how to analyze and interpret gender-disaggregated data, as well as building capacity for data-driven decision making.
• Cancer Registration: Gender disparities exist in cancer incidence, treatment, and survival rates. Projects that improve cancer registration systems with a focus on capturing sex-disaggregated data will be strongly considered.

Who Can Apply?

This grant program welcomes applications from a range of organizations working in low- and middle-income countries that have not previously received funding from the Data for Health (D4H) Initiative.

• Eligible Applicants:
  • Ministries of health
  • Statistical agencies
  • Other relevant national, sub-national, or municipal level agencies
  • In certain cases, national NGOs with strong relationships with government

Important Dates and Deadlines:

The application process is competitive, so it’s important to submit your proposal well in advance of the deadline. Here’s a breakdown of key dates:

• Project Idea Submission: June 10th – July 7th (Applicants submit a brief overview of their proposed project)
• Application Period: July 12th – July 22nd (Full proposals are submitted during this period)
• Review Period: July 29th – August 9th (Applications are reviewed by the Global Grants Program team)
• Funding Disbursed: Around mid-September (Successful applicants receive funding to begin their projects)

Funding Details:

The program offers flexible funding options to accommodate a variety of project needs:

• Grant Period: Up to 15 months
• Maximum Award: $100,000
• Shorter-term grants with lower awards are also encouraged

Beyond Funding: A Supportive Community

In addition to financial support, selected project teams will have the opportunity to participate in a vibrant community of practice. This includes:

• Virtual and in-person global convenings
• Country exchanges
• Joint activities

This fosters collaboration and knowledge sharing among grantees, maximizing the impact of their work.

We encourage all eligible organizations in low- and middle-income countries to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

Together, we can leverage the power of data to address gender inequities and achieve better health outcomes for all.

Learn More and Apply Today: HERE