Call for Applications: Research Grants on Principled and Accountable Use of Technology in Humanitarian Action

• Conduct original research on the principled and accountable use of technology in humanitarian action, focusing on ICTs and emerging technologies like AI.
• Produce outputs accessible to local stakeholders and contribute to the evidence base on responsible technology use in humanitarian contexts.
• Collaborate with partner organizations and ensure cross-stakeholder engagement.

This research grant supports evidence-based, ethical use of technology in humanitarian action, ensuring that ICTs and AI are deployed responsibly to address risks and improve outcomes for vulnerable populations in low- and middle-income countries.

• Affiliated with an accredited university (PhD candidates, post-doctoral researchers, or faculty members).
• Background in social sciences or humanities (e.g., sociology, anthropology, law, human geography, management, behavioral studies, psychology).
• National of a low- or middle-income country, with research focused on these countries.
• Demonstrated scientific merit, ethical understanding, and ability to produce policy-relevant research.

Funding: US$10,000 per project. Duration: up to eight months (1 November 2026 – 30 June 2027). Research language: English or French.

The Global Disaster Preparedness Center (GDPC), in partnership with the French Red Cross Foundation, supports research on technology in humanitarian action to promote principled and accountable use of ICTs and AI.