The 2026 GDPC Spotlight Research Grants: Advancing Principled and Accountable Use of Technology in Humanitarian Action

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Requirements Applicants must: Be affiliated with an accredited university (PhD candidates, post‑docs, faculty). Be nationals of low‑ or middle‑income countries . Conduct research focused on LMIC contexts. Work within social science or humanities disciplines (e.g., sociology, anthropology, psychology, law, human geography). Submit original, plagiarism‑free research. Complete the project within 1 November 2026 – 30 June 2027 . Selection Criteria Proposals will be evaluated based on: Scientific merit and rigor Relevance to defined research topics Impact potential for humanitarian policy and practice Ethical considerations and mitigation strategies Qualifications of the research team Realistic and justified budget Clear timeline and feasibility Cross‑collaboration and partnerships The document states that proposals should “Use community‑based or participatory methodologies” and “Critically assess technology, not assume its benefit.”