Applications will open on January 5, 2026.

 

In the meantime, we recommend you do three things:

  1. Register for an informational webinar.
  2. Begin filling out your eligibility info in the application.
  3. Check out these resources:
    2026 Application Handbook

    Winn CDA Info Sheet 

    Frequently Asked Questions

Want to learn more about the program?

Here are two podcasts with Winn CDA scholars and Dr. Winn:
Podcast with Dr. Winn and 2 Winn CDA Scholars: Dr. Maliha Nusrat and Dr. Blessie E. Nelson
Podcast with Dr. Winn and Winn CDA scholar, Dr. Oluwadamilola Oladeru

Here’s a video with some of our leaders and scholars: Annual Convening Video
And here’s some information about the scholars in cohort 5:

 

If you have questions, don’t hesitate to contact winncda@vcu.edu.

We can’t wait to connect with you in the new year!

Best,

The Winn CDA Team