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All research grants funded by ECA are required to have a focus on producing actionable evidence which can inform ECD programs and policies throughout the Emirate of Abu Dhabi while advancing the science of ECD in a culturally relevant manner. ECA funds research grants in two main areas :

  • An open call for proposals

The research team works closely with our partner government to prioritize 2-3 key research areas, leading to a highly competitive call for proposals. ECD experts from various disciplines review and select the top proposals, awarding one-year grants for multi-disciplinary, multi-sectoral projects. Over the past two years, 18 projects have been funded, totaling AED 7.9 million.

  • Critical issues grant funding

ECA grants research funding for critical issues affecting the lives of young children and the ecosystem , driving academic inquiry and innovation. To date, we have awarded grants for five key issues, totaling AED 25 million.

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Timeline of 2024-2025 Annual Grant Cycle

Key dates

Times listed are in Abu Dhabi time.

Online registration
Open
Submissions open
17 September 2024
Proposal submissions closed
19 November 2024 12:00 am
Grant award notification
March 2025
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Do you have an idea for high-quality, rigorous ECD research?

Submit your proposal online through our grants management system for our new 2024-2025 call for proposals

 

 

 

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