Funding opportunities from Unitaid focus on promoting cervical cancer elimination in low- and middle-income countries through strengthening secondary prevention. With an expected budget of approximately 30 million USD, the program aims to support national or inter-regional initiatives to expand access to screening, diagnosis and treatment of pre-cancerous lesions, contributing to the global target set by the World Health Organization of 70% of women being screened and 90% being treated.
This program prioritizes innovative cost-effective solutions such as next-generation HPV testing, artificial intelligence-enabled screening technology, centralized testing models and digital health platforms to improve patient monitoring and management. At the same time, proposals need to integrate services into primary health care systems, strengthen supply chains and ensure equitable access for vulnerable populations, especially women in rural areas or living with HIV.
An important focus is sustainability and national ownership. Projects must be consistent with the national health strategy, have a long-term financial roadmap and promote the participation of communities, civil society organizations and women with real-life experiences.
The application deadline is April 9, 2026.
Registration link: Here