Die Internationale Gesellschaft für Kinder- und Jugendpsychiatrie (IACAPAP) schreibt jährlich das Donald J. Cohen Fellowship Program für internationale Forscher*innen im Bereich Kinder- und Jugend Mentale Gesundheit aus. Alle Informationen zum Program finden Sie nachfolgend:
Dear colleagues,
We are pleased to announce that applications are now open for the Donald J. Cohen Fellowship Program for International Scholars in Child and Adolescent Mental Health, to be held during the 27th World Congress of IACAPAP in Hamburg, Germany (July 1–4, 2026). The program is designed for early-career professionals under 35 who are passionate about improving child and adolescent mental health in their countries or regions – through research, clinical work, education, or innovative service development.
Selected Fellows will receive:
- ✅ Free registration to the IACAPAP 2026 World Congress
- 🛏️ Accommodation for the duration of the event
- ✈️ Partial or full travel support
- 🤝 Mentoring from global leaders in the field
- 🎤 Presentation opportunities
- 🌐 Networking and community-building events
Each applicant must also submit a project (research, clinical, educational, or policy-based) suitable for poster or oral presentation at the Congress.
🕒 Application open : August 13, 2025
🕒 Application deadline: October 23, 2025
📢 Results announced: January 24, 2026
🔗 Apply here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/VLRsfm0u0h
📄 More information: https://www.iacapap-congress.com/ & IACAPAP DJCFP 2026 page
We especially encourage applications from professionals based in low- and middle-income countries, or those working in under-served and under-represented regions.
Please do share this opportunity widely within your networks — trainees, early-career colleagues, or anyone who could benefit from this global platform.
For any questions, feel free to reach out to us directly.
