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FDA Grant for Education on Risks of Skin Lightening Products

This opportunity from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Office of Minority Health and Health Equity (OMHHE) seeks proposals for a grant or cooperative agreement to advance education and outreach on the risks of skin lightening products containing hydroquinone and/or mercury. - Government Buyer: - Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Office of Minority Health and Health Equity (OMHHE) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; this is a funding opportunity for research and public health initiatives, not a product procurement - Products/Services Requested: - Education, outreach, and public awareness services focused on the risks of over-the-counter skin lightening products containing hydroquinone and/or mercury - Applicants must propose innovative, community-based strategies to strengthen scientific education and public health awareness - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Focus on consumer protection, agriculture, food and nutrition - Clinical trials are not permitted under this opportunity - Open to a wide range of applicants: businesses, government entities, educational institutions, and nonprofits - Funding instrument: cooperative agreement or grant - Award amount: $250,000 (minimum and maximum) - No cost sharing or matching required

Description

This funding opportunity aims to expand and advance the FDA's Office of Minority Health and Health Equity (OMHHE) efforts in education, outreach, and public awareness regarding the potential risks of skin lightening products containing hydroquinone and/or mercury. Applicants are encouraged to propose innovative, community-based strategies to strengthen the scientific basis for education and public health awareness about the use and risks of over-the-counter skin lightening products. The opportunity supports research and public health initiatives to inform stakeholders and the public.

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