Overseas Assistance Grants
The AWHS Overseas Assistance Grant program provided travel grants for medical students and residents working in clinics in India, Guatemala, Iran, Ghana and other nations around the world.
Of a doctor in a rural healthcare center in India, one student wrote, "She is one of those rare and inspiring mentors who become like a voice in a person's conscience for the rest of their days and I know that my time with her will affect the way that I practice medicine and view healthcare for the rest of my career."
Read more about the remarkable experiences of these dedicated young physicians-in-training below:
Health Care & Family Planning In Iran
Carrying for Women & Childern Affected by HIV In Uganda
Application Process
The AWHS Overseas Assistance Grant provides assistance with transportation costs (airfare, train fare, etc.) up to $1,500 connected with pursuing medical studies in an off-campus setting where the medically neglected will benefit. The Grants are awarded to national AMWA members completing their second, third or fourth year of an accredited U.S. medical or osteopathic medical school or a resident who will be spending a minimum of four weeks and no longer than one year in a sponsored program which will serve the needs of the medically underserved.
The completed application and supporting documentation must be forwarded to AWHS. Deadlines:
- January 5 -- decision by February 20
- April 5 -- decision by May 20
- July 5 -- decision by August 20
- October 5 -- decision by November 20
