The Initiative for MPTs (IMPT)

📰✨ In the latest MPT Insider from The Initiative for MPTs (IMPT), we highlight the work of The IMPT and partners to elevate multipurpose prevention technologies (MPTs) globally this year. Through publications, conferences, and the launch of new projects we are building on the past 15 years of working together to advance inclusive, accessible technologies that improve women’s contraceptive, sexual and gynecological health, and we’re excited to continue this work into the new year. Explore the full November issue to find funding and career opportunities, upcoming conferences and trainings, and the latest in MPT research and media: https://lnkd.in/eC6QWs3W CAMI Health, Bethany Young Holt, PhD, MPH, Public Health Institute #Newsletter #MPTs #Research #FundingAlerts

We need your input! As The Initiative for MPTs (IMPT) begins planning our 2025 slate of ‘Let’s Talk MPTs’ webinars, we’d love to hear your feedback. Please complete this brief survey by Friday, December 13 to help us make the ‘Let’s Talk MPTs’ webinar series more engaging and relevant to your work. The survey will take approximately 3 minutes to complete, and your input will guide us in creating sessions that better meet your needs and interests: https://lnkd.in/eS2AyEaP

Congratulations to David Ehrlichman Erlichman on the three year anniversary of this book! CAMI Health, Secretariat to The Initiative for MPTs (IMPT) was honored to have our work featured in this book as an example of a network for impact. “Prior to the [IMPT] network’s formation, work on broad-spectrum sexual and reproductive health was fragmented.” To stay informed on the latest in this work, subscribe to our email list and receive regular updates including the IMPT newsletter, MPT Insider, new resources and tools, funding opportunities, upcoming events and more:  https://lnkd.in/g8GxBjBS

The next round of funding from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, and National Institute of Mental Health to support the continued development of new and innovative on-demand, event-driven, and long-acting multipurpose prevention technologies (MPTs) is now open. Funding will support the development of MPTs that prevent HIV infection and pregnancy (hormonal and non-hormonal methods); sexually transmitted infections (STI) and pregnancy; or multiple non-HIV STI or HIV/STI MPTs in cis and trans males and females of all ages. Applications are due December 7, 2024. Learn more and find out how to apply: https://lnkd.in/gDVVxWsC CAMI Health, Public Health Institute, MATRIX Collaborative

Check out this blog from partners at Population Council, Reproductive Health Supplies Coalition, and Population Services International that highlights how vital end-user feedback is in the development of responsive MPTs that prevent pregnancy, HIV and other STIs: https://lnkd.in/eshRdh9v CAMI Health, Bethany Young Holt, PhD, MPH, Public Health Institute, Male Contraceptive Initiative

Pivotal Ventures, an organization founded by Melissa French Gates, has announced it’s pledging $1 billion to advance women’s health globally over the next two years. This landmark investment recognizes of the impact felt by families and communities when women are truly thriving. As part of that commitment, they're partnering with Lever for Change on Action for Women’s Health, an open call for organizations working to improve women’s health for a total of $250 million in funding. Eligible organizations that serve women and have a record of improving women’s mental or physical health, and awardees will receive between $1 and $5 million USD to advance their work. Applicants should center equity in their approach and be poised to scale their work to strengthen the health of more women. Learn more and find the full open call rules and an organizational readiness tool to apply by December 3, 2024: https://lnkd.in/gd-f5rk7

Don’t miss the next session in our "Let’s Talk MPTs" webinar series next Thursday, Oct 17 at 7:30 am PT/10:30 am ET. With increased attention to the critical role of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) for product development, this webinar focuses on the importance of including diverse populations in clinical research. This aligns with new FDA guidelines and NIH priorities around DEIA. Discussion will feature expert speakers including Jan Garrett from the Pacific ADA Center at the Public Health Institute, Terry Ocheltree from PharmTree Healthcare Consultants, and Meredith Brown-Tuttle from @Regulatorium. Learn more and register: 

Calling for submission proposals – the 2025 Biotechnology Innovation Organization International Convention call for sessions is open until October 17! Submit your session or panel proposal by next Thursday to be considered for this opportunity to showcase thought leadership, especially in key focus areas such as biomanufacturing, legal landscape and commercialization, and emerging opportunities in global markets. Find the full list of priority topics, and learn more about the submission process to submit your proposal by Thursday, October 17. 

CAMI Health team members Bethany Young Holt, PhD, MPH and Sheryl Verbitski, PhD are still feeling energized from their recent visit to Kenya for the 2024 MATRIX Collaborative Investigators Meeting in Nairobi. Extremely inspiring was the opportunity to engage with African and other scientists from around the globe working on innovative approaches to HIV prevention, including #MPTs that combine #HIV prevention with prevention of other #STIs and #contraception. Opportunities, such as the MATRIX Investigators Meeting, provide the space for in-person collaboration vital to an innovative ecosystem for advancing HIV prevention, bringing together global collaborators in the USAID MATRIX project working together to inform and accelerate early R&D for new HIV prevention products. CC: Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), Nelly Mugo, CTI Exchange, Public Health Institute

Join us Thurs Oct 17th for our next Let’s Talk #MPTs webinar to learn more about the importance of including diverse populations in clinical research. Discussion will feature expert speakers from the field including Jan Garrett (Pacific ADA Center at the Public Health Institute), Terry Ocheltree (PharmTree Consultants), and Meredith Brown-Tuttle, RAC, FRAPS (Regulatorium).  https://lnkd.in/eZRhYhaV