Data Science to Advance Women’s Health (DSAWH) Fellowship 2026

Are you a passionate woman researcher committed to transforming women’s health outcomes in Africa?

Applications are now open for the Data Science to Advance Women’s Health (DSAWH) Fellowship – 2026 Cohort, a fully funded 9-month program designed to empower women scientists with cutting-edge data science skills, mentorship, and professional networks to drive meaningful, data-driven change in women’s health research.

This transformative fellowship brings together 20 exceptional early-career women researchers from Eastern and Southern Africa to engage in intensive learning, mentorship, and collaboration with global experts at the intersection of data science, public health, and gender equity.

What You’ll Gain

Fellows will benefit from a holistic professional development experience, including:

• Advanced Training: Hands-on learning in modern data science, statistics, and analytical tools tailored for health research.
• Research Support: Guidance in scientific writing, publishing in high-impact journals, and effectively communicating research outcomes.
• Fully Funded Participation: Full sponsorship to attend the prestigious DSA Annual Summer School & Workshop.
• Publication Funding: Coverage of open-access journal publication fees to enhance research visibility.
• Mentorship & Networking: Personalized mentorship from world-class researchers, data scientists, and public health professionals.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, applicants must:

• Be female scholars based in Africa working to address women’s health challenges.
• Be pursuing a Master’s or PhD, or be an early postdoctoral researcher focused on women’s health.
• Have a draft of a first-authored research paper ready for review or publication.
• Demonstrate a strong interest in applying data science methods to advance women’s health outcomes.

Why Apply?

This fellowship goes beyond technical training — it’s a gateway to leadership, innovation, and impact.

By joining the DSAWH community, you’ll become part of a growing network of women scientists pioneering solutions for Africa’s most pressing health challenges through data-driven insights.

Deadline: November 3, 2025