WFSA Scholarship Programme
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The WFSA Scholarship Programme offers valuable opportunities for early-career anaesthesiologists from low- and middle-income countries to attend international and regional meetings.
WFSA Scholarships:
- Empower Anaesthesiologists: The aim of the programme is to enable anaesthesiologists from low-to-middle-income countries to participate in international and regional congresses. Such opportunities are often inaccessible to scholars in their home countries.
- Improve knowledge and skills: These events serve as platforms to improve scholars’ professional abilities by sharing the latest advancements and techniques, research findings, and best practices in anaesthesia.
- Encourage networking: The programme facilitates the building of strong professional networks among scholars and experts in the field. These connections offer valuable support, collaboration opportunities, and knowledge exchange.
- Provide research opportunities: Scholarships present a platform to present research work with a poster presentation or an abstract.
Since 2008, the Scholarship Programme has supported 338 scholars from 87 countries to attend 41 congresses in person and enabled 675 to join virtually.
WCA Scholarships
The World Congress of Anaesthesiologists (WCA) is a major global event that brings together anaesthesiologists from around the world to discuss advancements and innovations in our field.
In 2024, WFSA awarded a record 65 in-person scholarships, in addition to 93 virtual scholarships, for the 18th WCA in Singapore, thanks to the generous support of partner organisations.
The five-day WCA Congress featured diverse sessions, including scientific tracks, interactive workshops, and social events, celebrating achievements, fostering community, and offering hands-on learning and networking opportunities.
Impact of WCA scholarships:
New techniques and knowledge: Scholars have reported significant positive advancements in their clinical practices, directly benefiting patient care.
Mentoring and knowledge sharing: The congress has inspired scholars to share their newfound knowledge and skills with their peers and colleagues, enhancing their roles as mentors and trainers.
Research and Innovation: Over 70% of scholars present a poster or an abstract, allowing them to showcase their work on an international platform, and contributing to advancing knowledge in the field of anaesthesia.
Developing Leaders: The programme has been crucial in identifying and nurturing future leaders, essential for the global mission of ensuring universal access to safe anaesthesia.
Looking ahead: WCA 2026 in Marrakech
The 19th World Congress of Anaesthesiologists will take place in Marrakech, Morocco, from the 15-19 April 2026.
Key dates:
- Early Registration Opens: January 2025
- Scholarship application period: Apr-June 2025
- Abstract submissions: 01 June – 30 September 2025
- Announcement of successful scholars: End Aug 2025
Find out more about WCA scholarships for 2026
Title image: WFSA Scholar Adisa Sabanovic with the President and Vice-President of SRATI during the President’s dinner, awarded SRATI diploma
