CTSI Trustworthiness Seed Funding Opportunity
Virtual Information Session
October 9 @ 5 PM
REGISTER HERE
The University of Miami Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) introduces the Trustworthiness Seed Funding opportunity. This initiative aims to strengthen trust between our institution and the local community by equipping applicants with essential tools and resources. These resources will enable a deeper understanding of how to engage with the community in a trustworthy and effective manner.
Applicants must utilize the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) Center for Health Justice trustworthiness toolkit in their proposals. The AAMC Center for Health Justice supports organizations in partnering with communities and various sectors to develop strategies that promote health equity and justice. By leveraging a structured partnership framework, this award aims to build strong, meaningful relationships between University of Miami researchers and community members.
Maximum Grant Request: $5,000
Award Period: 12 months
Click HERE to read the full RFA
Eligibility & Requirements
The application is open to all faculty at the University of Miami possessing the necessary skills and experience to carry out the project.
Applications must be submitted jointly with no more than two community partners, defined as a community organization or public agency.
Prior to submission, the applicant partnership (UM faculty and community partner) must reach out to CASE Director, Dr. Denise Vidot, for a mandatory discussion regarding the suitability and feasibility of their proposal ideas. This conversation must take place no later than Monday, October 21, 2024.
Email the Request
Important Dates
| Information session | October 9, 2024 at 5 pm – REGISTER HERE |
| Feasibility consultation of proposal idea | No later than Monday, October 21, 2024 |
| Application due date | October 30, 2024 |
| Award notifications | Through December 2024 |
| Award start | January 2025 |
How to Apply
Review the complete RFA. The application is submitted online and consists of 10 project-specific questions with approximately 200-500 words expected in response to each question. Due date for all applications is October 30, 2024. No late applications will be accepted.
Who To Contact
For any questions, inquiries, or additional information please contact CASE Director Denise Vidot, Ph.D., at [email protected]
For any administrative, budget and / or general questions please contact Program Manager Angelica Agati [email protected]