GBIF operates a training programme to build up skills and knowledge and
facilitate that researchers and institutions make their biodiversity
data
available through GBIF and can benefit from the data made available by
others. Among others, the GBIF training
programme comprises
courses based on identified needs.
The courses
are generally free of charge. However, attending the courses usually
means
travel costs. Subject to evaluation and
approval,
GBIF will cover the travel and accommodation costs as well as the per
diem
expenses of the selected trainees. Eligibility for support is
determined
separately for each course. Look at the individual course descriptions
for
this.
To apply for
financial support, you
must fill the application
form and it to GBIF Secretariat. It
must be received at GBIF Secretariat in good time before the course
takes
place, as travel and visa arrangements (if needed) have to be secured.
This
means that GBIF approximately must receive your application 2 months in
advance.
You must have
a good scientific and
technical background in line with the requirements of the training
course. This knowledge and experience
should be specified
in the application form.
Please
understand that even in cases where you may fulfil all the criteria,
support
may not be available due to financial considerations.
The costs that are allowed are determined in GBIF
travel guidelines, which have to
be followed closely at all times. For countries with electronic banking
systems, you will normally be asked to arrange your own travel
(following GBIF
travelling rules and regulations), and GBIF will reimburse your costs
afterwards. This should happen within 4 weeks of receiving your
reimbursement claim and the original receipts. For attendees from
some
developing countries, GBIF will send the air tickets via courier, pay
the
hotel, and provide a per diem upon arrival to the venue.
Please notice that you must send GBIF the application form to
attend a
training session and you must get an official letter of
invitation from
GBIF to be eligible for financial support.
Even if you are not eligible for support, qualified individuals are
welcome to
attend GBIF training workshops at their own (institution's) cost.
However, GBIF may limit attendance due to space availability.
Contact training@gbif.org for any
questions related
to this document and the procedures to follow.
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