Call for applications for the 26th International Aids Conference 2026 in Brazil. Offered by the International Aids Society (IAS), the fully funded conference will take place virtually and in-person side by side, from 26-31 July, 2026, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The AIDS 2026 Scholarship Program offers financial support to selected individuals from all across the world to attend AIDS 2026 international Conference in person or virtually. This is an incredible opportunity for individuals who would otherwise not have the financial resources to attend the conference.
For in-person participation in this HIV and AIDS Conference 2026,  selected delegates will get access to all conference and pre-conference sessions, poster discussion sessions, the exhibition, satellite sessions, and Global Village. Moreover, participants will get return air ticket, and accommodation during the conference days. On top of this, delegates will also get daily living allowance for each conference day. A bonus incentive for in-person attendees includes free virtual registration of the conference. After the IAS AIDS Conference, for 2 years, all attendees will get free IAS membership.
The delegates selected for virtual participation will get online access to all conference sessions, pre-conferences, satellite sessions, session recordings, e-posters and virtual Global Village. The AIDS 2026 conference in Brazil invites individuals who are studying, working, or volunteering in the field of HIV. IAS international conference will bring together healthcare professionals, researchers, policy makers, people living with HIV, media, and funders from all around the world. The theme of this year’s global conference on AIDS is “Rethink. Rebuild. Rise”. Apply now to learn more about HIV and AIDS, and spread awareness in your community.
International Aids Conference 2026 in Brazil:
Host Country:
- Brazil
Host Organisation:
- International Aids Society (IAS)
Program Location:
- Â Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and virtually
Program Duration:
- 26-31 July, 2026
Benefits of International Aids Conference 2026 in Brazil:
- For scholarship application, the application process is completely free.
- Â Applicants can choose to attend the conference virtually or in-person.
- All attendees will get free IAS membership for 2 years after this conference.
In-person participation includes:
- Access to all conference sessions, poster discussion sessions, the exhibition, satellite sessions, Global Village and pre-conferences.
- Return air ticket expenses will be covered.
- Accommodation during the conference days will be provided.
- A daily living allowance for all days of the conference will be given.
- Delegates will get access to all online sessions as well.
Virtual participation includes:
- Online access to all conference sessions, pre-conferences, satellite sessions, session recordings and on-demand content, e-posters and virtual Global Village.
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Eligibility Criteria for International Aids Conference 2026 in Brazil:
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
- Applicants should be working, volunteering or studying in the area of HIV.
- Candidates selected for in-person attendance must be available to attend the full conference (26-31 July, 2026).
- Read all the instructions carefully mentioned on the official website.
Priority will be given to:
- Applicants whose submissions have been selected for the conference (abstract presenters, workshop facilitators and co-facilitators, and Global Village organizers and co-organizers).
- Applicants living in low- and middle-income countries.
- People living with HIV.
- Applicants who are under 35 years old and are early-career investigators.
- Applicants who have not already received a scholarship for International AIDS Conference.
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How to apply for International Aids Conference in Brazil:
- Apply through scholarship application form (submit only one online form).
- Create a new account.
- Enter your personal and contact information.
- Provide your organisation/institution details.
- Mention details of your experience in HIV.
- Explain your motivation and community benefits.
- Provide contact details of your referee.
- Upload your recommendation letter.
- Select your preferred type of conference attendance (in-person or virtual).
- Provide your passport details.
- Click “preview my scholarship application”, and then click submit” to submit your application.
- Applications submitted entirely using AI Tools will not be accepted.
Documents required for International Aids Conference 2026 in Brazil:
- CV.
- Letter of recommendation.
- Other relevant supporting documents.
Program Deadline:
- The last date to apply is 27 January, 2026.
