Building on our previous successful "Breaking Boundaries" short course from EGU23, which aimed at advancing science communication in the Global South, we are excited to propose a new session focused on writing compelling research proposals for funding. During our last EGU short course, we briefly highlighted the significant funding challenges faced by researchers from the Global South compared to their counterparts in the Global North. Thankfully, with the growing influence of Global South leaders, there has been an increase in collaborative opportunities, national/international and cross-border funding. However, securing this funding or position still hinges on the strength of a research proposal.
To address this need, we have designed a short interactive course dedicated to the art of writing strong research proposals for securing either research position or proposal fundings. This session will offer practical techniques and tips for creating compelling proposals and will include an open discussion. Additionally, we will provide insights from funding agencies based in Global South countries, highlighting the key elements they look for in proposals. This course is valuable for researchers at all career stages, with a particular emphasis on Early Career Scientists (ECS) looking to enhance their proposal-writing skills. Participants will benefit from:
1. Researchers' Perspective: Learn from successful grant recipients about the crucial points to consider when writing a research proposal.
2. Funding Agency Perspective: Gain insights from representatives of funding agencies in the Global South on their requirements and expectations.
3. ECS Perspective: Hear from fellow participants about their experiences and challenges in research proposal writing.
This short course is open to everyone with an interest in improving their proposal writing skills. ECS from the Global South are especially encouraged to participate as they will be provided with an opportunity to interact with researchers and funding agency representatives, gaining valuable insights into their expectations and experiences. For more information or inquiries, please feel free to contact the course convener.