Global Health Institute | E-SAHHA PROGRAM (ESP)

ABOUT GHAIN MENA

The Global Health and Artificial Intelligence Network in the Middle East and North Africa region (GHAIN MENA) is a 3-year project led by the E-Sahha Program at the Global Health Institute. Supported by the International Development Research Centre (IDRC), GHAIN MENA aims to empower researchers from different institutions of the MENA region to design and implement responsible AI-based digital health interventions through partnerships and tailored capacity building.

OBJECTIVES

1

Enhance understanding and application of responsible AI-based digital health interventions in improving SMRH outcomes in MENA

2

Strengthen research capacity in MENA on the use of responsible AI to improve health outcomes

3

Ensure all applications of AI frameworks and methodologies are gender-sensitive and inclusive

4

Enhance the relevance and scalability of the research to inform and influence policies and practices

CALL FOR PROPOSALS

The Global Health and Artificial Intelligence Network in the Middle East and North Africa region (GHAIN MENA) is launching an open call for proposals for research projects submissions from institutions/ individuals in the MENA region. Following a thorough selection process, six (6) successful applicants will be awarded sub-grants issued by the Global Health Institute (GHI) at the American University of Beirut (AUB) to implement their proposed projects for a duration of up to 18 months.