Research Proposals Invited for Wellness Fund Grant

KINGSTON, Jamaica. Wednesday, December 17, 2025: The Ministry of Health & Wellness has launched a second round Call for Proposals under the Research For Wellness Fund. This Call invites universities, researchers, clinicians, and community leaders to submit a research proposal for Tier 1 (J$J20 million) and Tier 2 (J$5 million) studies to be considered for award.

According to Minister of Health & Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher, CD, MP, “The Wellness Agenda of the Ministry recognizes the importance of working in key settings which are likely to reach most of the population and involve important stakeholders within the community. The Ministry remains committed to using research evidence, to guide its policies in improving the wellness of persons within society.”

Researchers are encouraged to view all the details on the 2025 grant online at https://www.moh.gov.jm/rfwf-submit/ and submit proposals by Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

“The wellness areas of focus for the Ministry include wellness in workplaces, schools, homes, communities and among persons living with non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and risk factors as well as Mental health and Maternal health, added Dr Tufton.

The Ministry of Health and Wellness’ Research for Wellness Fund of J$50 million financed by the National Health Fund (NHF) was launched by the Health & Wellness Minister in 2019 during his sectoral presentation. The Fund will cover applied research based on competitive proposals.

Interested members of the public can contact the ENHRC Secretariat at [email protected] or call 876-633-8157 / 8189 for additional information.