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ISD Grant Program

Regional Meeting
Grant Program

Supporting dermatology societies and meeting organizers worldwide with funding to host impactful regional scientific meetings and advance the global dermatology community.

Apply for Funding

Submit your application for the current grant cycle and receive funding to host your regional dermatology meeting.

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Opens

July 1, 2026

Deadline

August 31, 2026

Welcome from the Chairs

Welcome to the International Society of Dermatology (ISD) Regional Meetings Funding Program.

As Chair and Co-Chair of the ISD Regional Meetings Committee, we are pleased to invite dermatologic societies and ISD members worldwide to apply for support for educational meetings that advance dermatologic knowledge, foster international collaboration, and promote professional development within their regions.

The ISD Regional Meetings Program serves as an important mechanism for extending the Society's global educational mission. Through strategic partnerships with local, regional, and national dermatologic organizations, we aim to support high-quality scientific programs that encourage the exchange of ideas, strengthen professional networks, and expand engagement with the international dermatology community.

We encourage applicants to carefully review the eligibility requirements and funding criteria outlined on this website. Together, we look forward to reviewing innovative proposals that align with the mission and values of the International Society of Dermatology.

Thank you for your interest in the ISD Regional Meetings Program and for your shared commitment to advancing dermatologic education worldwide.

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Ally-Khan B. Somani, MD, PhD, EMBA

Chair, ISD Regional Meetings Committee

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Dr. Asmahane Souissi, MD

Co-Chair, ISD Regional Meetings Committee

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the ISD Regional Meeting Grant, applicants must meet all of the following criteria at the time of application.

  • Dermatology society, association, or professional group
  • Organizing a regional dermatology meeting or scientific congress
  • Meeting must take place within the current grant cycle period
  • Event must serve 25 or more attendees
  • Meeting must be conducted in the English language
  • Applicant must be an ISD member in good standing
  • One application per organization per cycle
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Key Funding Requirement: ISD Membership Recruitment

Grant recipients are required to actively recruit new ISD members at their event. A minimum of 10% of new, non-ISD meeting attendees must be registered as ISD members. Applicants must submit a Membership Promotion Plan as part of their application describing how they will achieve this goal.

Grant Details

Up to $5,000

per qualifying event

Funding TypeDirect grant (non-repayable)
Award Cycle
Eligible ExpensesVenue, A/V, materials, speaker fees
Notification4–6 weeks after deadline
DisbursementReimbursement upon event completion
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2026 Application Cycle

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How to Apply

The application process is straightforward. Follow these four steps to submit your grant application before the deadline.

01

Create an Account

Register with your email to access the application portal and save your progress.

02

Complete the Application

Fill out all required sections including event details, budget, and objectives.

03

Upload Documents

Attach required supporting documents such as event proposal and budget breakdown.

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Submit

Review your completed application and submit before the deadline. Only complete applications may be submitted.

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Application Deadline

August 31, 2026

11:59 PM Central Time

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