[DL:13/04][OPP] Call for IFMSA TdmT 2026 Participants
IFMSA Liaison Officer for Human Rights and Peace Issues ad Interim | Rawan Al Balushi
The Training Disaster Medicine Trainers coordination team is excited to announce that the call for participants for the 2026 Training Disaster Medicine Trainers (TdmT 2026) course is now open!
Background Information
Do you dream about working in disaster settings? Are you interested in playing an active role in emergencies and disasters? Do you want to learn how to deliver healthcare when the needs exceed the resources?
The Training Disaster Medicine Trainers (TdmT) is an international program developed by the International Federation of Medical Students’ Associations (IFMSA) together with CRIMEDIM, the Research Center in Emergency and Disaster Medicine at the University of Piemonte Orientale in Novara, Italy.
It aims to provide medical students with theoretical knowledge and basic skills in Disaster Medicine, empowering them to share the knowledge gained with their peers and communities.
The 2026 TdmT course will consist of a three-month self-paced online phase, followed by an in-person residential phase in Novara, Italy. The live participation phase will take place from 12th to 17th of July 2026 (arrival day on the 12th, plus 5 working days), with a total duration of approximately 45 working hours.
During the live participation phase of the course, there will be classes using both conventional and innovative teaching strategies. Students will learn from experts in the emergency and disaster medicine sector. There will also be live simulations to apply the knowledge acquired during both the asynchronous and residential phases.
The course will provide students with the skills and knowledge to deliver disaster medicine courses to other medical students within their communities and globally. By the end of the program, participants who successfully complete the course content will become certified IFMSA-CRIMEDIM Disaster Medicine Trainers.
What to do if you are interested?
If you would like to attend the TdmT, you can apply through the following application form.
The application deadline is 23:59 GMT on April 13th, 2026.
Please note that late applications will not be considered.
Selected students must fulfil both the online and live participation phases of the course in order to graduate.
Deadlines for payment and cancellation will be communicated after the selection process.
For those who require an entry visa to Italy, invitation letters will be provided after the selection to begin the visa procedures.
You will hear back regarding the selection results by the end of April 2026.
Important notes about TdmT 2026
There will be 30 spots, selected jointly by CRIMEDIM and IFMSA.
The selection will be based on motivation, experience, and plans to use the knowledge gained through the course. Gender and regional representation will also be considered.
Timeline of the course
Cost
This year, the TdmT course will cost 490 euros. This will cover 5 nights of accommodation in Novara, Italy (check-in on 12th July, check-out on 17th July).
No profits are made by either of the two organisations through this project. The fee only covers boarding (specifically breakfast and lunch, excluding dinners) and lodging for 5 nights, as well as some remuneration for external speakers or experts.
Travel to and from Novara is not included.
After checking with CRIMEDIM, the centre and the university are unfortunately unable to grant scholarships. However, if selected, participants may seek grants from their universities, hospitals, or other programs.
Before applying, please make sure to thoroughly read the concept note of the training, which also includes FAQs.
TdmT 2026 Open Space Discussion
An Open Space Discussion (OSD) will take place on the 10th of April 2026 at 15 GMT to provide an overview of the course and allow you to ask any questions about the application process.
Previous TdmT participants and staff from CRIMEDIM will be present to share their experiences and address questions about the content and logistics of the course.
If you are interested in joining TdmT 2026, we strongly encourage you to join us to learn more about the course. Further information about the OSD will be shared soon.
If you already have questions you would like answered during the OSD, please submit them through THIS form. There will also be the opportunity to ask questions live during the discussion.
Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact l...@ifmsa.org or contact CRIMEDIM directly at crim...@uniupo.it.
We look forward to receiving your application and hope to see you in Novara this July!
Warmest regards,
Rawan Al Balushi
on behalf of the
TdmT 2026 Coordination Team
IFMSA International Secretariat
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IFMSA Liaison Officer for Human Rights and Peace Issues ad Interim | Rawan Al Balushi
Dear IFMSA members & SCORPions,
I hope this message finds you in great health.
This email serves as a clarification regarding the Call for IFMSA TdmT 2026 Participants, the application deadline has been extended till the 15th of April 2026 11:59 GMT
In this context, we would also like to kindly inform you that the Open Space Discussion has been rescheduled and will now take place on 14th of April 2026, at 13:00 GMT, via Zoom.
During this session you will be able to learn more about the opportunity and learn from the experience of previous TdmT graduates! This session will provide clarity and practical guidance.
If you have any questions feel free to reach out!
Warmest regards,
Rawan Al Balushi
on behalf of the
TdmT 2026 Coordination Team