Scholarships and Sponsored Registrations
Guidelines for Sponsored Registration for Civil Society Members & Individuals Working in Lung Health
The deadline for applying is 13 July by 23:59 CEST
Who is eligible to apply:
The Union is pleased to offer 100 sponsored registrations for The Union World Conference on Lung Health 2025 to civil society members, individuals involved in efforts to address lung health, and survivors of TB. Those who are presenting at the Community Connect programme will be given priority. Only individuals from low- and lower-middle-income countries (according to the World Bank classification) are invited to apply. Survivors of TB from all countries are invited to apply.
Please note: Travel and accommodation will not be supported by The Union.
Who will review the applications:
Applications for sponsored registration will be reviewed by The Union Community Advisory Panel (UCAP) and members of The Union’s Conference Scientific Committee (CSC).
Minimum eligibility criteria:
Individuals from low- and lower-middle-income countries (according to the World Bank classification). Survivors of TB from all countries are invited to apply.
Application Process
By the stated deadline (13 July), candidates must complete the application and submit:
- A maximum of 500 words motivation letter, (formats accepted are PDF, .doc, and .docx or fill directly in the form) outlining the following:
- Why they want to participate in the Union Conference 2025.
- How their participation in the conference will benefit their organisation and/or community and/or their own personal/professional development.
- A support/recommendation letter from a manager, colleague, or peer (formats accepted are PDF, .doc, and .docx).
Applications are opened from: 16 June
Responsibilities of sponsored registration recipients:
- Contact the host country’s embassy in your country to inquire about travel requirements for the conference and to make the necessary arrangements for securing the required visa.
- Ensure to have a valid passport, which includes validity for at least six months after the return travel date and adequate number of pages for entering the country where the conference will be held.
- Share feedback and experiences with The Union reviewing team in the post-conference report
- Work with the Communications team to engage on social media during and after the conference (more details will be shared with successful applicants).
If you have any questions about the process, please contact scholarships.wclh@theunion.org
Guidelines for Scholarships for Presenters of Abstracts & Invited Symposia Speakers
The deadline for applying is 13 July by 23:59 CEST
Who is eligible to apply:
The Union is pleased to offer a limited number of scholarships and sponsored registrations for The Union World Conference on Lung Health 2025 to presenters at the conference. Only individuals from low- and lower-middle-income countries (according to the World Bank classification) who would be unable to attend the conference without financial assistance are eligible to apply for support to cover some of their expenses to attend the Conference:
- Sponsored registration: Covers access to all conference sessions, workshops, post-graduate courses, exhibition hall, and Community Connect. 100 Sponsored Registrations available.
- Travel to and from the conference: Covers roundtrip economy-class airfare from the nearest international airport in the recipient’s country of residence to the conference venue in Copenhagen, Denmark. It also includes local transportation in the home country and Copenhagen, as well as visa fees and travel insurance.
- Accommodation during the conference: This includes the cost of a single room in a budget hotel for the duration of the conference.
Scholarships will be awarded based on available funding and the demonstrated level of financial need of each recipient. Please note that, given the limited number of scholarships available, applicants are strongly encouraged to also seek other sources of funding.
Who will review the applications:
The applications will be reviewed by members of The Union’s Conference Scientific Committee (CSC), and The Union Department heads and teams.
Minimum eligibility criteria:
- Individuals from low- and lower-middle-income countries (according to the World Bank classification).
- Presenters at the Conference, specifically presenters of abstracts and invited symposia speakers.
Submission process:
By the stated deadline (13 July), candidates must complete the submission and submit:
- A maximum of 500 words motivation letter (formats accepted are PDF, .doc, and .docx or fill directly in the form), outlining the following:
- Their current activities in lung health.
- Their contribution to the conference.
- Their plans for disseminating the knowledge you gain at the conference.
- A support/recommendation letter from a manager, colleague, or peer (formats accepted are PDF, .doc, and .docx).
Applications are open from: 16 June
Responsibilities of scholarship recipients:
- Contact the host country’s embassy in your country to inquire about travel requirements for the conference and to make the necessary arrangements for securing the required visa.
- Ensure to have a valid passport, which includes validity for at least six months after the return travel date and adequate number of pages for entering the country where the conference will be held.
- Share feedback and experiences in the post-conference survey.
- Work with the Communications team to engage on social media during and after the conference (more details will be shared with successful applicants).
If you have any questions about the process, please contact scholarships.wclh@theunion.org