Call for Grant Applications – The CDRI Fellowship
Organisation Name:
The Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI)
Application Deadline:
November 30, 2024
About Organisation
The Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) is a global partnership that unites national governments, UN agencies, multilateral development banks, the private sector, and academic institutions. Founded to tackle the pressing challenges of enhancing resilience in infrastructure systems, CDRI fosters collaboration and innovation to build sustainable and disaster-ready infrastructure worldwide. By leveraging diverse expertise and resources, CDRI aims to create transformative solutions for addressing infrastructure vulnerabilities and promoting sustainable development in the face of climate change.
About the Grant
The CDRI Fellowship Programme promotes research focused on real-world challenges in creating resilient infrastructure. Each year, CDRI offers up to 20 Fellowships, each providing a one-time grant of up to US$15,000. The programme encourages the development of solutions that are practical and scalable, aiming to enhance disaster resilience in various infrastructure sectors. Fellowship recipients join a global network, gaining opportunities to present their work at international conferences and collaborate with other professionals in the field.
Who can Apply?
The CDRI Fellowship is open to citizens of CDRI Member Countries, including students, researchers, and practitioners from diverse backgrounds. Applicants do not need specific educational qualifications or professional experience, but they must provide a ‘Letter of Endorsement’ from a recognized institution. Each applicant can submit proposals for up to two projects annually. The research topic should align with disaster resilience in infrastructure, fostering innovative approaches and solutions to pressing challenges in the field.
How to Apply?
Eligible candidates can submit their proposals through the online Fellowship application portal. Ensure to include all required documents, including a Letter of Endorsement and personal identification. Applications submitted via email will not be considered.
Application Deadline
All applications must be completed and submitted by November 30, 2024, at 11:59 pm IST.
Last Date To Apply
For more information, please visit the grant website here.
