Grant: Planning and Dissemination Grants - Institute/Initiative Community Support

Building capacity through the training and development of aspiring researchers is of critical importance to the future of Canada's health research enterprise. In the realm of HIV/STBBI, it is at the foundation of tackling these infections - from insights into the biomedical complexities of viruses, to the development of advanced clinical approaches to treat those living with these conditions, to new and diverse prevention strategies to reduce risks for individuals and communities. Training the next generation is also a core component of the CIHR mandate, the CIHR HIV/AIDS and STBBI Research Initiative Strategic Plan, and the Strategic Plan of the Canadian Association for HIV Research (CAHR). Accordingly, this grant application seeks support for the 17th annual CAHR New Researcher Workshop. The Workshop (taking place on April 23rd in Winnipeg) is a one-day skills-building, mentorship and networking event for aspiring HIV/STBBI researchers across all disciplines including community-based research.