2024 ICD Young Dentists Volunteer Grant

Applications are now open for the next Section VIII ICD “Young Dentists Volunteer Grant” which will be awarded in September 2024. The grant is a collaborative initiative with the New Zealand Dental Association (NZDA) and the Australian Dental Association (ADA) state branches. 

The grant is awarded annually to a dentist in the Australia, New Zealand and South Pacific region with less than 10 years’ experience in clinical practice since graduation from dental school.

The value of the grant is up to $3,500 AUD to cover airfares, accommodation and other expenses directly related to a one or two week volunteer experience as approved by the ICD Board. Volunteer experiences are arranged with leaders of volunteer programs supported by Section VIII of ICD. For the 2024 YDV grant, opportunities exist with programs in Australia, Cambodia, Fiji, Nepal, PNG, Timor Leste, Vanuatu and Vietnam.

Please read the Overview of Programs on volunteer opportunities before submitting your application.

CLICK HERE to apply for the 2024 ICD Young Dentists Volunteer grant.

Applications close on 31 July 2024 and will be considered by the ICD Board at its annual meeting in September 2024.

Enquiries can be directed to the ICD Administrative Officer, Dr Kavita Lobo, at [email protected].