The Society for Disease Prevention (SFDP) has officially opened applications for the SFDP Health Innovation Challenge 2026, a competitive public health innovation programme offering $300 mini-grants to each of the top three teams with practical and affordable solutions to Nigeria’s pressing health challenges.
This opportunity is designed to support young innovators working on low-cost, community-driven public health interventions with real implementation potential across Nigeria.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: Society for Disease Prevention (SFDP)
- Eligible Country: Nigeria
- Category: Innovation Grants | Public Health Programs | Student Opportunities
- Eligible Applicants: Nigerian Students | Young Professionals
- Reward: $300 Mini-Grant | Project Implementation Support | National Recognition
- Deadline: January 18, 2026
Scholarship Details
The SFDP Health Innovation Challenge 2026 is an initiative of the Society for Disease Prevention (SFDP), a registered non-profit organisation committed to preventing public health crises through education, technology, and grassroots innovation.
The challenge was created to empower students and young professionals with innovative ideas that address real-world health problems using practical, scalable, and cost-effective approaches. Rather than focusing on theory-heavy proposals, SFDP prioritises solutions that can be realistically implemented within Nigerian communities, providing participants with both funding and hands-on experience in executing grant-supported public health projects while gaining visibility at the national level.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the SFDP Health Innovation Challenge 2026, applicants must:
- Apply as a team of 3 to 5 members
- Be students or young professionals based in Nigeria
- Be below 30 years of age
- Have at least one team member studying or working in a health-related field
- Propose a project that is low-cost and suitable for small-scale implementation
- Present solutions that address real public health challenges in Nigeria
Who can Apply?
This opportunity is ideal for:
- Public health students
- Medical, nursing, pharmacy, and allied health students
- Health-tech innovators and solution designers
- NGO volunteers and community health advocates
- Young professionals in healthcare, data, or social impact roles
- Interdisciplinary teams combining health, technology, and innovation skills
Scholarship Benefits
Successful teams selected for the SFDP Health Innovation Challenge 2026 will receive:
- $300 mini-grant funding for each of the top three teams
- Opportunity to implement a real public health project
- National visibility and recognition for the innovation
- Practical experience in grant-funded project execution
- Enhanced CV and career value for roles in public health, global health, NGOs, and healthcare innovation
Important Dates
- Application Opens: December 28, 2025
- Application Deadline: January 18, 2026
- Late applications will not be considered
How to Apply
To apply for the SFDP Health Innovation Challenge 2026:
- Visit the official SFDP application portal
- Complete the application form as a team
- Submit all required information before the deadline
- Await feedback from the organisers
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