CHIA Healthcare Innovation Award Program
The CHIA Healthcare Innovation Awards, launched in year 2020, is a prestigious annual event designed to recognize and celebrate the most innovative and impactful healthcare solutions, products, and services developed in the country. CHIA provides early funding to young people with innovative projects with the aim to encourage further innovation and inspire improvements in the healthcare sector.
The healthcare sector faces numerous challenges, including infectious diseases, increasing prevalence of chronic diseases, and disparities in access to quality care. Addressing these challenges requires innovative approaches that leverage new technologies, foster collaboration, and promote efficiency. The CHIA Healthcare Innovation Awards will serve as a platform to showcase and celebrate the most outstanding and transformative innovations that are reshaping the healthcare landscape.
CHIA provide a handsome cash reward of 5 million for the best innovation during the Tanzania Health Summit annually in October.
Objectives
- Recognize and honor exceptional innovations in healthcare that contribute to improved patient outcomes, enhanced access to care, and increased efficiency in service delivery.
- Encourage innovation and collaboration in the healthcare sector by fostering a competitive environment and showcasing best practices.
- Inspire further innovation and research by showcasing the potential impact of creative solutions and cutting-edge technologies.
- Provide networking opportunities for healthcare professionals, innovators, and stakeholders to share ideas, resources, and expertise.
Award Coverage
- Patient Care Innovation: Recognizing innovations in diagnosis, treatment, and care delivery
that significantly improve patient outcomes and experience. - Health Technology and Digital Solutions: Acknowledging the development and implementation of novel health technologies and digital tools, including telemedicine,
mobile health apps, and artificial intelligence applications, that revolutionize healthcare services. - Health Systems Innovation: Celebrating innovations in healthcare management, financing, and delivery models that enhance efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and patient access to care.
- Community Health and Wellness: Honoring initiatives focused on public health, preventive care, and health promotion that contribute to the overall well-being of communities.
- Health Education and Workforce Development: Applauding innovative programs and strategies that address healthcare workforce challenges, enhance professional skills, and promote health literacy
Date and Venues
- Submission of applications from 15th April till 1st June 2024.
- Selection of ten finalists – 2nd July 2024.
- Presentation to judges – 15th August 2024.
- Finalist presentation and award – 2ndOctober 2024.
Applicant's Eligibility
- Geographical scope: The innovation, project, or initiative must be developed and implemented within Tanzania.
- Originality: The innovation, project, or initiative must demonstrate a novel approach, concept, or solution that addresses a specific challenge or need within the healthcare
sector. - Impact: The innovation, project, or initiative should have a measurable and significant impact on patient care, healthcare delivery, health systems, or public health, resulting in improved outcomes, cost savings, or increased accessibility.
- Scalability: The innovation, project, or initiative should have the potential to be scaled up or replicated in other settings, regions, or countries to extend its benefits and address broader healthcare challenges.
- Sustainability: The innovation, project, or initiative must demonstrate financial, environmental, and social sustainability, ensuring its long-term viability and effectiveness
- Non-discrimination: The CHIA Healthcare Innovation Awards should be open to all eligible applicants regardless of their race, gender, age, religion, nationality, or any other protected characteristic.
- Previous winners: Previous winners of CHIA may be ineligible to apply for a specified period, or they may be required to demonstrate substantial progress or new developments in their innovation, project, or initiative to be considered for subsequent awards.
Sponsorship Opportunities
- Brand visibility and recognition through event signage, promotional materials, and media
coverage. - Opportunities to showcase products and services to a targeted audience of healthcare
professionals, innovators, and decision-makers. - Networking opportunities with leading healthcare experts, innovators, and stakeholders.
- Demonstration of corporate social responsibility by supporting an initiative that promotes innovation and excellence in healthcare.
Tanzania Health Summit Invite youth for CHIA Awards
A call for innovative project that have the potential to improve healthcare in Tanzania.
