Project Proposals

As a demonstration of our commitment to develop the field of neuromuscular disorders through clinical research and patient care, the WMS is seeking project proposals for funding and broader support. We want to break down the barriers to access for our community and ensure that scientists around the world can network, learn from one another, share science and publish their work.

We encourage WMS Members to submit project proposals and funding requests to the Executive Board for review.

The project should:

• be educational
• include networking opportunities for all attendees
• be regional or international
• promote opportunities for early career attendees
• increase visibility of the WMS Community and promote its activities, benefits and features
• include marketing that mentions the WMS and its involvement
• be creative
• consider the sustainability policy of venue and city and opportunities available locally
• have other funding providers, not just the WMS
• add value to an event or project through WMS involvement
• not be restrictive in who can attend

It is a requirement of the project funding package to include a post event/project report within one month post-event, preferably written by an attendee, that can be shared on the WMS website and on social media platforms. 

If your proposed project includes inviting WMS-supported speakers, in line with the WMS Values and Mission, please take into consideration the diversity of the speaker line-up.

In return, the WMS may agree to:

• provide marketing support
• promote the event or project to members and followers
• suggest speakers
• offer other logistical, organisational, administrative or financial support as requested in the proposal and agreed in advance.

The timelines and guidelines for application and review are:

Application deadline 24th March 2025. Outcome notification by 12th May 2025 

Application deadline 22nd September 2025. Outcome notification by 8th December 2025

While there can be some flexibility with the dates above, the deadlines will generally be strictly adhered to. 

Please note that proposals for events between the application and outcome deadlines above will not be accepted. We encourage you to submit earlier in the process.

So the WMS can review your proposal, please complete this form in as much detail as possible, to a maximum of three pages. Any missing information that is subsequently requested will result in delays to the outcome notifcation date. If we require further clarification we will, of course, contact you.

Template Proposal Form

For further queries and to submit your completed form please contact Sadie Tyler-Sibbald, WMS Association Support Manager admin@worldmusclesociety.org.