ALISE Diversity Travel Award
Forecasted
The ALISE Diversity Travel Award funds LIS scholars advancing diversity to attend the ALISE Annual Conference and engage in equity-focused research and professional activities.
Funder: Association for Library and Information Science Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $750 for travel to the ALISE Annual Conference; single award per cycle
Summary: Supports individuals advancing diversity in Library and Information Science (LIS) by funding conference attendance and professional engagement.
Key Information: Preference for applicants not currently doctoral LIS students or PhDs; cannot combine with ALA Spectrum Scholarship.
Description
This travel award, established by the Association for Library and Information Science Education (ALISE), aims to increase diversity within LIS education and research. The award enables recipients—particularly those addressing diversity through doctoral study or adjunct teaching—to attend the ALISE Annual Conference, where they can connect with educators, scholars, and students. The program is rooted in ALISE's formal Diversity Statement and is designed to foster greater inclusion and representation in the LIS community. Recipients are expected to actively participate in conference activities, support equity-focused sessions, and contribute to ALISE’s mission of advancing diversity, equity, and social justice in the field.
