ICFP 2025 CanWaCH delegation bursary program

From November 3 to 6, the global community will gather in Bogotá, Colombia, for the International Conference on Family Planning (ICFP). Held every two years, ICFP is the world’s largest scientific and advocacy convening on family planning and sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). The conference brings together researchers, advocates, policymakers and youth leaders to share knowledge, strengthen partnerships, and advance global commitments to SRHR and gender equality. 

To support meaningful Canadian participation, CanWaCH is pleased to launch an ICFP 2025 delegation bursary program. The program offers a limited number of bursaries to help members engage in this important global forum and bring insights back to strengthen our collective work in Canada.

The Bursary program will provide financial assistance to CanWaCH members located in Canada who would otherwise be unable to attend. Recipients will receive full funding to attend ICFP2025, including: 

• Air travel; 
• Accommodation for the duration of the session; 
• Passes to attend  events; 
• A small stipend to cover other costs (meals, ground travel, etc.). 

Eligibility criteria* are as follows:

• Applicants work or volunteer for a CanWaCH member organization; 
• Applicants are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident; 
• Applicants are currently based in Canada.

*Additional consideration will seek to provide access for and ensure representation from historically, persistently or systemically marginalized groups and those who work within organizations that have small operating budgets (SMOs). 

CanWaCH is committed to ensuring that our members in Canada across all geographies, ages and backgrounds can attend this important event. The delegation will support efforts to meaningfully participate in important discussions, engage in learning through impactful events and amplify key information at ICFP. The delegation will also engage, share and collaborate on resources and next steps with the wider CanWaCH membership following the conference. 

How to Apply:

To apply for the ICFP 2025 CanWaCH Delegation Bursary program, please complete this form. 

The deadline for applications is September 25, 11:59 p.m. EDT. Successful applicants will be notified by October 3. 

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be notified. At that time, a letter of support from your organization will be requested to finalize your application. Final candidates may be asked to provide additional documents or information to support with booking travel, accommodation, etc. 

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to [email protected].