Apply Now: 2026 GPEC & DermLink Funding | Catch Our Latest Webinars
We’re excited to announce that applications are now open for two ILDS funding opportunities: the Global Partnerships for Education and Care (GPEC) Programme and the DermLink Grants Programme. In addition, don’t miss our upcoming GLODERM Alopecia Awareness webinar series this September.
These initiatives are designed to strengthen global dermatology by fostering education and collaboration to improve patient care.
We invite you to take part in these opportunities to connect with each other and contribute to advancing dermatology worldwide.
2026 GPEC Programme: Apply by 26 September
We’re thrilled to announce that applications are open for our 2026 Global Partnerships for Education and Care (GPEC) Programme! GPEC is a two-year funded programme where your dermatology institute can partner with another based anywhere in the world. The programme supports and enhances international collaboration and knowledge-sharing through education-based activities.
At a glance:
- 2-year funded partnership with another dermatology institution.
- US$10,000 grant per institution to support mutual goals.
- In-person visits and virtual information-sharing sessions.
- Access to the GPEC Knowledge Hub for digital resources
...and more!
Applications are now open until 26 September 2025. Build a lasting partnership and advance dermatology worldwide and apply for a place on the programme!
DermLink Grants Available: Apply by 3 October
Want to take the expertise in your dermatology institute to the next level? We're excited to announce that applications for the 2026 Global Partnerships for Education and Care (GPEC) programme are now open! Receive up to US$3,000 - $5,000 to fund your initiative. We’re accepting applications from all over the world.
ILDS Member? Apply now. Not an ILDS Member? Partner with one of our members to support your application
What’s available?
- Grants of US $3,000–5,000 for one-year projects to make an impact in an underserved community anywhere in the world.
- Support for materials, equipment, training, and community care initiatives.
Why apply?
Past projects have reached over 12,000 individuals across 14 countries! Your project could be the next success story. Help bring dermatological care and education to hard-to-reach communities who are most in need.
GLODERM Alopecia Awareness Series this September
Join us for a day of live webinars (12:00–17:00 UTC) dedicated to enhancing global understanding of alopecia, in recognition of Alopecia Awareness Month. View the full programme on the YouTube playlist for details.
Webinar Topics:
- Basics of Alopecia: Types, causes, scalp biology and clinical overview.
- Diagnosis & Clinical Cases: Dermoscopy, trichoscopy and histopathology.
- Treatment Trends: Current therapies and future directions.
- Live Q&A Panel with international experts.
No registration required – join any webinar directly via YouTube once it goes live on 25 September.