AANS/NREF Global Exchange

New AANS/NREF Global Activity: Sponsorship of Low- and Middle-Income Countries/Low-Income Countries Residents for NREF Courses

In 2024 the AANS established a partnership program with three continental societies, AASNS, FLANC, CAANS, to host one resident per society each year to participate in one of the NREF courses.

Application Requirements:

• The applicant must be a neurosurgery resident in training within LIMC (Low- and Middle-Income Countries) / LIC (Low-Income Countries).
  • For updated list please visit World Bank Group

• Provide your CV, a letter confirming your status as a resident, and a letter stating how this experience will enhance your training.
• Depending on your geographical location, please contact the person listed below:
  • AASNS: Kate Drummond, Kate.Drummond@mh.org.au
  • FLANC: Marcelo Zenteno, dr.mzenteno@hotmail.com
  • CAANS: El Ouahabi Abdessamad, elouahabi.a@hotmail.fr

Deadline: The application deadline is November 1, 2026. The winners will be notified in December 2026.