The Donald Li YDM Global Scholarship 2026 has officially opened for young doctors who want to take their place on the global stage of primary care and family medicine. If you are a young family physician from a low- or middle-income country and dream of attending an international WONCA conference but face financial barriers, this opportunity is designed exactly for you.

The Donald Li YDM Global Scholarship is offered under the Young Doctor Movement (YDM) of WONCA and aims to strengthen the future of global primary care by supporting emerging leaders. Through this scholarship, selected candidates will gain full financial assistance to attend a WONCA regional or rural conference in 2026, connect with global experts, and contribute to meaningful discussions shaping the future of family medicine. By supporting your participation, the scholarship invests directly in your professional growth and the healthcare development of your community.

What the Donald Li YDM Global Scholarship 2026 Offers

The Donald Li YDM Global Scholarship 2026 is designed with one clear purpose: to ensure that financial limitations never stand between you and global professional exposure. If you are an early-career doctor with the drive to learn, connect, and represent your region internationally, this scholarship gives you the support to do exactly that. The connections you build and the knowledge you gain can directly influence primary care delivery in your home country.

Who Can Apply Donald Li YDM Global Scholarship 

The Donald Li YDM Global Scholarship 2026 is aimed at young doctors who are actively shaping the future of family medicine in their regions. You are eligible to apply if you come from a country classified as a low- or middle-income economy under World Bank criteria and meet the Young Doctor definition set by YDM. This includes doctors currently in family medicine training or those within their first five years of practice.

To be considered, you must be an active member of your regional Young Doctor Movement and submit a formal support letter from your regional YDM lead. The selection process also looks closely at your motivation—you should clearly demonstrate why attending a WONCA conference matters to your professional growth and how you plan to contribute to primary care and family medicine development. After the conference, selected scholars are expected to submit a concise 500-word reflective report to the YDM committee, reinforcing the scholarship’s focus on impact, learning, and long-term commitment.

How to Apply for the Donald Li YDM Global Scholarship 2026

Applying for the Donald Li YDM Global Scholarship 2026 is simple, but competition is strong. You need to be clear, focused, and purposeful. Start by completing the official online application form before the deadline. Upload an updated CV that reflects your training, leadership, and community involvement. You will also record a short two-minute video introducing yourself and explaining how this scholarship will benefit you and the community you serve. A formal support letter from your regional YDM lead is mandatory, along with two reference letters from mentors, supervisors, or senior colleagues who can speak to your commitment to family medicine. Make sure every document is concise, authentic, and clearly aligned with the values of WONCA and the Young Doctor Movement.

The application deadline is 29 January 2026.

Key Details at a Glance 

Item	Details
Scholarship Name	Donald Li YDM Global Scholarship 2026
Offering Organization	WONCA – Young Doctor Movement (YDM)
Opportunity Type	Conference Scholarship
Supported Event	WONCA Regional or Rural Conference
Language of Conference	English (may vary by region)
Duration	Conference period in 2026
Financial Support	USD 2,500 bursary per selected applicant
Number of Awards	3 scholarships
Covered Expenses	Conference registration, travel costs, visa fees, accommodation
Eligible Countries	Low- and middle-income countries (World Bank classification)
Eligible Applicants	Young doctors in family medicine training or within first 5 years of practice
Location	Varies by selected WONCA conference (regional or rural)

If you meet the eligibility criteria and want to represent your region on a global platform, do not miss this opportunity. Prepare your documents early and submit your application before 29 January 2026. APPLY NOW.

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