APALA Gayatri Singh Award
Forecasted
APALA Gayatri Singh Award supports an APALA member’s participation in conferences, workshops, training, or other professional learning to deepen understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice.
Funder: Asian Pacific American Librarians Association
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $500 for one APALA member
Summary: Supports professional development that deepens an APALA member’s understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice.
Key Information: Applicants must be current APALA members and cannot receive another APALA grant or award in the same year.
Description
The APALA Gayatri Singh Award honors the life and work of librarian-activist Gayatri Singh, who championed social justice and ensuring everyone had a seat at the table. Run by the Asian Pacific American Librarians Association, the award supports a member’s participation in a conference, workshop, training, or other professional development opportunity that furthers their understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice.
Recipients choose their own learning opportunity, which may be virtual or in person. The award combines financial assistance with encouragement to sustain APALA membership and organizational participation through professional learning aligned with Singh’s values. Applications are evaluated by APALA’s Scholarship & Awards Committee, with priority given to applicants who do not receive institutional support for professional development.
