In a step towards global health equity, the International Alliance for Global Health Dermatology (GLODERM), in partnership with CeraVe’s “Care for All” program, has announced the recipients of the 2025 GLODERM x CeraVe Access Grants. A total of $140,000 has been awarded across seven projects aimed at improving dermatologic care in underserved regions around the world.
This year’s grants, each valued at $20,000, will fund year-long projects led by dermatologists who are part of the GLODERM Mentorship Programme. These projects focus on advancing skin health in areas where access to dermatologic care is limited.
Vision Behind the GLODERM x CeraVe Access Grants
Karolyn (Kari) Wanat, MD, a key figure in the GLODERM Mentorship Programme, shared insight into the selection process. According to Wanat, the grants are awarded based on local partnerships, sustainability, and the applicant’s dedication to community service.
“We assess the community partnerships and the potential impact of the project on increasing access to dermatologic care,” Wanat explained. “The goal is not just to make an impact for one year but to ensure that the projects have lasting effects on the communities.”
The grants aim to activate a domino effect in health equity. As each grantee works with their community, they are not only providing care but also training local health workers, thereby expanding their impact.
Spotlight: Dr. Cyndy Muliro’s Initiative in Kenya
One of the seven grantees, Dr. Cyndy Muliro, MMED, MBChB, is a consultant dermatologist from Nairobi, Kenya. She is passionate about improving access to dermatologic care, especially in underserved rural areas.
Kenya, with a population of over 56 million, has fewer than 30 dermatologists, making access to care a serious challenge. Dr. Muliro’s project focuses on mobile dermatology outreach, community education, and telemedicine for frontline health workers in rural Kenya.
“This project is a response to the shortage of dermatologists in Kenya and the lack of awareness about dermatologic conditions in rural areas,” Muliro said. “We’re trying to make dermatology accessible to everyone, even in the most remote areas.”
CeraVe’s Commitment to Health and Skin Care Access
The GLODERM x CeraVe Access Grants are part of CeraVe’s broader social impact program, Care for All, which supports initiatives aimed at improving global health and skin care.
Gene Colón, Global SVP of Medical Affairs at CeraVe, emphasized the brand’s commitment to supporting dermatologists working to make a difference. “We are proud to support these changemakers and help bring much-needed dermatologic care to their communities,” Colón said.
The Bigger Picture: Expanding Impact
The grants will fund projects across the globe, including:
- Indonesia: Floating hospital outreach programs with primary health worker training
- Madagascar: mHealth tools for neglected tropical skin diseases
- Zanzibar: Specialized care for people with albinism
- St. Lucia: Leprosy elimination efforts
- Vietnam: Remote dermatology education
- Tanzania: Community-integrated teledermatology
While the grants will fund projects for a year, Wanat stressed that the goal is to create lasting impact and future opportunities for further collaborations and funding.
“The year-long grants are just a starting point,” Wanat said. “They open doors for further funding, partnerships, and the chance to continue advancing health care in underserved regions.”
Conclusion
The 2025 GLODERM x CeraVe Access Grants represent a significant effort in advancing skin health and improving access to dermatologic care in underserved regions. By supporting clinicians in resource-limited areas, these grants are helping to build sustainable health care systems, one project at a time.
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