Infectious science engagement activities in post-Ebola Sierra Leone (360G-Wellcome-207498_Z_17_A)

£144,350

Having experienced the Ebola epidemic first-hand, we realised that the majority of the population did not know what a pathogen was, creating fear and misbeliefs that hampered outbreak control. There is a clear need for science engagement and an opportunity to provide it now. We have found school children to be highly tuned into discussions about Ebola and other pathogens. Now is the right time to broaden their awareness of infectious diseases beyond Ebola, and to engage their curiosity through science creating a positive legacy. We aim to: - Engage young people in Sierra Leone in the science of infectious diseases that are all around them, sparking their scientific curiosity and making conversations about pathogens commonplace. - Empower young people with the understanding that if they know how infectious diseases spread, they can prevent infections, improving their health and that of those around them. - Excite young people about science and encourage scientific studies and careers.

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Grant Details

Amount Awarded 144350
Applicant Surname Goodfellow
Approval Committee Provision for Public Engagement Committee
Award Date 2018-01-30T00:00:00+00:00
Financial Year 2017/18
Grant Programme: Title Provision for Public Engagement
Internal ID 207498/Z/17/A
Lead Applicant Prof Ian Goodfellow
Partnership Value 144350
Planned Dates: End Date 2022-08-31T00:00:00+00:00
Planned Dates: Start Date 2018-05-01T00:00:00+00:00
Recipient Org: Country United Kingdom
Region East of England