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Susan Skinner Memorial Fund Scholarship Program
Leadership development for women with bleeding disorders
Offered by
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Closed
Location
Canada
Overview
The Susan Skinner Memorial Fund Scholarship Program supports American and international women with bleeding disorders through the World Federation of Hemophilia. It funds participation in the WFH World Congress and related events, including economy airfare, shared hotel accommodation, meals, and registration.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Participation in the WFH World Congress
- Participation in other related WFH events
Documents Needed
- A summary of the applicant’s work, training, and volunteer experience
- Responses to three questions on experience, learning priorities, and future impact
- Two recommendation letters, one from the applicant’s national member organization and one from a mentor
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Women with bleeding disorders
- Active volunteers or employees of WFH member organizations
- Active volunteers or employees of regional committees of WFH member organizations
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who have already received a Susan Skinner Memorial Fund scholarship or a WFH Youth Fellowship
Eligible expenses
- Round-trip economy airfare
- Airport-to-hotel and hotel-to-airport transfers, and daily hotel-to-congress centre transfers when applicable
- Shared hotel accommodation and daily meals
- WFH World Congress registration
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Transport between the recipient’s home and the local airport
- Medical and travel insurance
- Vaccination costs
- Hotel incidentals, including baggage handling, Internet, calls, laundry, bottled water, room service, minibar, or video on demand; and headsets to access online interpretation services
- Early arrival or late departure costs, unless authorized by the WFH
Eligible geographic areas
- American applicants
- International applicants
How to apply
- Complete and submit the application online
Processing and Agreement
- Applicants must take part in a virtual interview in English with the selection committee.
- If selected, laureates must participate in all scheduled sessions, events, and activities.
- Laureates must document their experience and submit a final report with photos and videos.
- Laureates must complete an online questionnaire after their experience.
- Laureates must serve as a mentor at least once and support future participants.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Susan Skinner Memorial Fund Scholarship Program Program
What is the Susan Skinner Memorial Fund Scholarship Program?
The Susan Skinner Memorial Fund Scholarship Program supports American and international women with bleeding disorders through the World Federation of Hemophilia. It funds participation in the WFH World Congress and related events, including economy airfare, shared hotel accommodation, meals, and registration.
Who is eligible for the Susan Skinner Memorial Fund Scholarship Program program?
To be eligible for the Susan Skinner Memorial Fund Scholarship Program program, you must:
Women living with a bleeding disorder, or symptomatic or asymptomatic carriers
Applicants aged 18 to 60
Active volunteers or employees of a WFH member organization or regional committee who can participate virtually, travel internationally, and use English at an intermediate level
What expenses are eligible under Susan Skinner Memorial Fund Scholarship Program?
Participation in the WFH World Congress
Participation in other related WFH events
Who can I contact for more information about the Susan Skinner Memorial Fund Scholarship Program?
You can contact World Federation of Hemophilia (WFH) by email at ssmf@wfh.org or by phone at +1 (514) 875-7944.
Where is the Susan Skinner Memorial Fund Scholarship Program available?
The Susan Skinner Memorial Fund Scholarship Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Susan Skinner Memorial Fund Scholarship Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Susan Skinner Memorial Fund Scholarship Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Susan Skinner Memorial Fund Scholarship Program?
Susan Skinner Memorial Fund Scholarship Program is funded by World Federation of Hemophilia (WFH)