Call for Mentee Nominations: 3rd Cohort of the RPHL Network BRM Twinning Programme
The RPHL Network is pleased to announce the third cohort of our Biorisk Management (BRM) Twinning Programme, with the kick-off workshop hosted by Thailand. This six-month, project-based programme aims to strengthen BRM capacities among laboratory professionals in the Asia-Pacific region. Participants will be paired with regional/international experienced mentors based on their proposed projects and technical needs, receiving practical guidance to address BRM priorities within their institutions.
Why?
The programme offers valuable knowledge, practical skills and regional connections to help participants strengthen biosafety and biosecurity practices through institutional projects, rigorous mentorship and peer learning.
Eligible countries:
Mid and Senior-level professionals with at least five years of experience in BRM, biosafety, biosecurity, quality assurance, training or laboratory operations, currently employed by a laboratory or institution in any of the 14 RPHL Network member countries. Preference will be given to nominees from Timor-Leste, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Malaysia and Thailand. Self-funded participation is open to nominees from Papua New Guinea, Nepal and Pakistan.
Nomination of documents:
A brief CV, an expression of interest, a proposed project topic with an institutional endorsement letter.
Nomination Deadline: 20 November 2026
Download the flyer: CLICK HERE
For more information, contact Ms. Chattida Kraichit at Chattida.k@rphlnetwork.org.
