Black and Indigenous Scholars in Mammalogy Award
The Black and Indigenous Scholars in Mammalogy Award from the American Society of Mammalogists supports research by Black, African, and Indigenous scholars on non-human mammals across scientific disciplines.
Funder: American Society of Mammalogists
Due Dates: September 1, 2026 (Application opens) | October 15, 2026 (Full application deadline) | October 20, 2026 (Reference letter deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,500 per award; budget range $200–$1,500; typically one-time support.
Summary: Supports Black, African, and Indigenous scholars in North or South America for research or activities related to non-human mammals, advancing diversity in mammalogy.
Description
This award, administered by the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Anti-Bias (IDEA) Committee of the American Society of Mammalogists (ASM) in collaboration with Black Mammalogists Week, aims to foster inclusivity and support the advancement of mammalogy among Black/African American, African, and Indigenous scholars from or residing in North or South America. The program is designed to empower underrepresented voices in the field and encourage research and activities on non-human mammals across a wide range of disciplines, including ecology, genomics, behavior, and taxonomy. The award recognizes the critical role of diversity in mammalogy and seeks to provide tangible support to scholars at all career stages.
