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  • 10th Forum Bid Call

    10th Forum Bid Call

    The EYFDM Executive Board invites Europe Council Members to submit bids to host the 10th EYFDM Forum.
    National representatives interested in hosting are invited to submit proposals to secretary by midnight on 15 July 2024.

    More info below:

  • Registration open for WONCA Europe 2024

    Registration open for WONCA Europe 2024

    Registration is now open for the main conference and pre-conference.

    The conference will provide you with a chance to discuss choices and implement positive change. This year’s theme is The Changing Nature of Family Medicine – Cultivating the Future.

    Take advantage of early bird pricing and secure your spot now!

    Deadline for abstract submissions: 30 March 2024

  • International Womens’ Day 2024

    EYFDM Womens’ Health SIG is celebrating this year’s International Womens’ Day with a video.
    Share it on your social media.

    International Women’s Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality.

    IWD has occurred for well over a century, with the first IWD gathering in 1911 supported by over a million people. Today, IWD belongs to all groups collectively everywhere. IWD is not country, group or organization specific.

    #IWD2024 #InspireInclusion

  • Bursary for EURIPA Rural Health Forum

    Bursary for EURIPA Rural Health Forum

    EURIPA Rural Health Forum 2024 is due to be held in Lincoln, UK in June.

    Registration will open next week and further details about the bursaries will be available soon.

    One of the criteria for applying will be to have a submitted abstract for the Forum.

    Abstract submission is open until 7th April.

  • The Bridge Project – apply now

    The Bridge Project – apply now

    The Deadline for applications has been adjusted, as well as group formation

    The new deadline established is March 15. This change aims to provide additional time for those who may need it.

    Timeline:

    • Applications open: 19th Feb 2024
    • Deadline: 15h March 2024
    • Group formation: beginning April
    • Group Work: April – August
    • Deadline for submission of work: 7th September 2024

    More info here.

    For any questions email: bridgeproject.

  • 10 reasons to attend WONCA 2024

    The European event of the year for general practitioners and family doctors is coming and registration opens March 1st (both main conference and preconference).
    Bursaries applications are now open as well as abstract submission!
    Check programme at a glance and mark you calendar to register March 1st.

  • The Bridge Project – 3 days left to apply

    The Bridge Project – 3 days left to apply

    The Bridge Project 2024 is currently in the active phase of accepting applications. Interested parties are encouraged to act promptly, as the window for submission is drawing to a swift close, with only 3 days remaining in the application period.

    Apply here.

  • The Bridge Project (2024)

    The Bridge Project (2024)

    The Bridge Project is an opportunity for young family  doctors from across the world to work together on a project of their choice.  

    The aim of the Bridge Project is to connect young family doctors and  encourage communication and collaboration. 

    The project gives you the opportunity to work on a research or quality improvement project in an  area you are interested in and present the results at the WONCA conference.  

    Application opens in a week from now and closes 26th!

    Timeline:

    • Applications open: 19th Feb 2024
    • Deadline: 26th Feb 2024
    • Group formation: beginning March
    • Group Work: April – August
    • Deadline for submission of work: 7th September 2024

    More info here!

    If you still have questions email: bridgeproject.

  • Attend WONCA Europe 2024 in Dublin!

    Attend WONCA Europe 2024 in Dublin!

    We are thrilled to announce that applications are now open for bursaries to attend the prestigious WONCA Europe Conference, set to take place in the vibrant city of Dublin in 2024. This is an extraordinary opportunity for practitioners, researchers, and students in the field of family medicine to connect, learn, and share knowledge in an international arena.

    Bursary Details

    The bursaries aim to provide

    We use the Fund especially to support those who have low income, as well as those who are new to the international community of Family Physicians. We are convinced that participation in
    the mentioned events can boost the motivation of being a great physician and build a strong network of family doctors across the continent.

    The refund can cover:

    • registration fee for the EYFDM Preconference Dublin 2024
    • registration fee for the WONCA Europe Conference Dublin 2024
    • the cost of flight tickets to EYFDM Preconference and WONCA Europe Conference in Dublin
    • the cost of accommodation during EYFDM Preconference and WONCA Europe Conference in Dublin

    Who Can Apply?

    • Medical practitioners and researchers working within family medicine.
    • Medical students with a keen interest in the field of family medicine.
    • Individuals who have shown commitment to the field but lack funding to attend international events.

    How to Apply

    Interested candidates must submit the following documents:

    1. Application form (saved Name_AF_Dublin 2024) (see below)
    2. Proof of a young doctor status: GP trainee or during the first 6 years after trainin (saved as Name_Status_Dublin2022)
    3. Applicant’s picture (saved as Name_Picture_Dublin2024)

    All the documents must be sent by email.

    Application Deadline

    All the documents must be sent by the 31st of March.

    Notification of Outcome

    The applicants will be informed about results through emails by the 20th of April.

    Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to participate in one of the most significant family medicine events in the world. To learn more about the bursary program and to begin your application, please read the document below.

    We look forward to receiving your applications and hopefully welcoming you to Dublin in 2024!