Applications are open now for the World Heart Federation Emerging Leaders program. The deadline for applications is 30 September. This edition of the program focuses on tobacco control. 

 

The program brings 25 young professionals from different domains and different parts of the world to develop action on non-communicable diseases and cardiovascular diseases; it involves an online course and a five-day think-tank in Bangalore, India (15-19 February 2016).  For tobacco control, WHF is specifically seeking a broader range of disciplines, as well as more variety among health professionals.  

 

As nurses have an important role in tobacco control, ICN and WHF encourage you to apply! 

Welcome to Emerging Leaders Resources

The Emerging Leaders Program has been created by the World Heart Federation to form and develop a long-term cadre of experts who collaborate, research, and act to reduce premature mortality from cardiovascular disease (CVD) globally by at least 25% by 2025 as targeted by the World Heart Federation and World Health Organization ('25 x 25').

 

Cohorts of Emerging Leaders are formed each year, 2015-2016 is the third year of the program. The World Heart Federation aims to reach as many potential candidates as possible on a global basis. Candidates from academia, civil service, private industry and cardiovascular medicine are encouraged to apply. 

 

Candidates may be affiliated with a member organization of the World Heart Federation, but this is not mandatory. All Emerging Leaders participants must take part in a think tank conference from February 15-19, 2016 in Bangalore, India with a focus on tobacco.

 

If you are interested in applying, please complete the application. Applications will be accepted through September 30th. Announcement of 2015-2016 Emerging Leaders will take place in early December, 2015.