International Outreach Inititative

Since 1999, ASH has distributed educational materials to hospitals and universities in low- and middle-income countries through its International Outreach Initiative (IOI). The goal of the IOI is to help address hematology-related needs in these areas, with regards to research, practice, and training.

The ASH International Members Committee oversees the IOI.

The 2025 application cycle is now open. Applications will be processed on a rolling basis until the October 31, 2025, deadline.

Program Materials

The online educational materials that are available through the IOI include:

• The most recent edition of the ASH Self-Assessment Program (ASH-SAP), a comprehensive educational resource that features case studies, key points, and self-test questions and answers.
• The most recent edition of Hematology, the ASH Education Program, which provides in-depth chapters covering each session presented in the ASH Annual Meeting Education Program.
• Webcast featuring presentations of the Education and Scientific Program sessions from the most recent ASH Annual Meeting.

Eligibility Requirements

• The applicant must be from a low- or middle-income country.
• The applicant must be affiliated with a hospital, university, clinic, or a cooperative group of institutions within an eligible region. ASH will not consider applications for personal or individual use.

How to Apply

The online IOI application is now available. Applications will be processed every 2-4 weeks.