Patient Partner Scholarship Program and Application
The DIA 2026 Global Annual Meeting brings together key thought leaders and innovators from industry, academia, regulatory and government agencies, as well as health, patient, and philanthropic organizations from around the globe.
Ready to apply?
Apply for the Patient Partner Scholarship Program using the online application form.
DIA Patient Partners Program
The Patient Partners Program provides educational opportunities to patients and advocates who would not otherwise be supported to attend the conference.
Beyond Attendance
Patient Partners may participate in unique opportunities to advance understanding of the value of patient engagement in medical product development.
Full Patient Partners Program Opportunity
- Round-trip coach air or train fare
- 4 nights hotel within DIA room block
- 5 days per diem
- Complimentary DIA 2026 Basic Registration
Partial Patient Partners Program Opportunity
- Complimentary DIA 2026 Basic Registration
- No travel or per diem provided
Application Requirements
- CV or description of patient advocacy involvement
- Established patient groups: Proof of nonprofit status
- Independent patients/advocates: Advocacy experience description