The Adroit International Research Fellowship Program (AIRF) is a flagship initiative that supports and mentors aspiring research and evaluation professionals from Afghanistan, Ethiopia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Yemen to contribute to groundbreaking research work in international development.
We emphasize localization and locally led development as key components of the fellowship, empowering fellows to address unique challenges within their regions.
We awarded five fellows for 2023 – 24, who were mentored to work on a research project for nine months and developed a report based on their findings.
Objectives of AIRF
- Foster Global Research Collaboration: AIRF aims to connect researchers across borders, fostering a collaborative environment where diverse ideas and perspectives can merge to create innovative solutions.
- Address Global Challenges: By focusing on specific geopolitical areas, AIRF seeks to address and provide insight into pressing international development issues affecting these regions.
- Build Research Capacity: The fellowship is designed to enhance the research capabilities of its fellows, providing them with the skills, resources, and mentorship necessary to produce impactful, policy-relevant work.
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Fellows 2023 – 24
Each fellow was carefully selected for their unique perspective and proven dedication to their field of study.
Lielt Gebreselassie Gebrekirstos
Assistant Professor
Country of Expertise: Ethiopia
Research Topic: Intimate partner violence, reproductive health outcomes, reproductive and maternal health system, and responsiveness among women living with disabilities in Southern Ethiopia; 2024: A Mixed Study
Ahmad Faisal Sidiqi
Project Supervisor
Country of Expertise: Afghanistan
Research Topic: The Silent Crisis: Afghanistan’s struggle for health and nutrition rights
Alemayehu Abate Shawul (PhD)
Director of Research Publication, Ethics and Extension, Madda Walabu University
Country of Expertise: Ethiopia
Research Topic: Assessment of climate-resilient WASH systems in chronically flood and drought-prone districts of Southeastern Ethiopia
Rohullah Sakhi
Assistant Lecturer, Kabul University of Medical Science
Country of Expertise: Afghanistan
Research Topic: University students’ awareness and practice of drugs and their harms in Afghanistan: A Cross-Sectional Survey
Eshet Emiru Nigussie
Lecturer and Researcher
Country of Expertise: Ethiopia
Research Topic: Development of integrated dairy farming with vermicompost technology in Gondar City, Amhara Region, Ethiopia
The AIRF program not only equips fellows with financial support but also provides mentorship from leading experts in international development. Through this fellowship, researchers are expected to contribute significantly to their fields, bringing fresh insights and proposing viable solutions to global challenges.
We invite you to learn more about their projects and follow their progress as they develop their research and share their findings with the global community.
For further details about the AIRF program and other initiatives at Adroit, contact us at airf@adroitassociates.org