Deadline: 27 January 2026 (23:59 CET)
The International AIDS Society (IAS) has officially opened scholarship applications for the 26th International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2026). This global event will take place 26–31 July 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, with full virtual participation available. Because many individuals working in the HIV field need financial support to join the conference, the IAS provides one of the most inclusive scholarship programs in global health.
Conference Theme: Rethink. Rebuild. Rise.
Location: Rio de Janeiro + Virtual
AIDS 2026 will bring together researchers, policymakers, community leaders, and people living with HIV to explore new strategies and strengthen the global HIV response.
Types of Scholarship Support
The IAS scholarship program offers two forms of support, making participation accessible regardless of financial or geographical constraints.
1. In-Person Scholarship
This option provides complete support for attending the conference in Brazil, including:
- In-person + virtual registration
- Access to all sessions, exhibitions, pre-conferences, and the Global Village
- Pre-paid roundtrip economy-class flight
- Hotel accommodation in a budget single room
- Daily living allowance throughout the conference
2. Virtual Scholarship
For applicants who prefer or require remote participation, the virtual award includes:
- Full online access to live-streamed sessions
- On-demand recordings
- Virtual Global Village access
- E-poster viewing and online platform tools
Additional Benefit for All Recipients
- 2 years of free IAS membership
Who Receives Priority?
Although the scholarship is competitive, the IAS prioritizes applicants who:
- Present abstracts, lead workshops, or organize Global Village activities
- Come from low- and middle-income countries
- Identify as members of key populations or as people living with HIV
- Are young professionals or early-career researchers (under 35)
- Have never received an IAS scholarship before
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be 18 years or older by 26 July 2026
- Work, volunteer, or study in the HIV field
- Submit a complete application before the deadline
You can view full scholarship details through the IAS portal.
Important Dates
- Applications open: 20 November 2025
- Deadline: 27 January 2026 (23:59 CET)
- Review period: February–March 2026
- Results announced: Early April 2026
Because demand is high each year, applicants should submit early to avoid any last-minute issues.
How to Apply
Complete your submission through the official IAS Scholarship Portal. The process requires a detailed application, short written responses, and documentation confirming your work or studies in the HIV field.
About AIDS 2026
AIDS 2026 arrives at a pivotal moment for global health. Funding gaps, rising infections in key populations, and persistent inequalities continue to challenge progress. Therefore, the conference encourages participants to rethink approaches, rebuild systems, and rise together to achieve long-term solutions.
With its comprehensive scholarship program, the IAS ensures that researchers, activists, community workers, and young leaders especially from underrepresented regions can participate meaningfully in shaping the future of the HIV response. If you’re passionate about global health and committed to advancing HIV research, advocacy, or community leadership, the AIDS 2026 Scholarship is an opportunity you shouldn’t miss.
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