[American Political Science Association](https://www.apsanet.org)

May 1, 2026 (Application opens) | June 28, 2026 (Application deadline)

Up to $300 per awardee; typically awarded to 10–15 recipients per cycle.

Travel grants to support LGBTQ+ scholars' participation in the APSA Annual Meeting, with priority for presenters and committee participants.

--- ## Description The Committee on the Status of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Individuals in the Profession provides travel grants aimed at supporting LGBTQ+ political scientists' participation in the APSA Annual Meeting. These grants are designed to foster greater inclusion and visibility of LGBTQ+ scholars by enabling their active engagement in the APSA community and supporting their professional development. Priority is given to applicants who are presenting posters or papers, or who are serving on LGBT-related committees or sections at the conference. Individuals participating as chairs or discussants are also eligible. --- ## Due Dates - May 1, 2026: Application opens (2026 cycle) - June 28, 2026: Application deadline (2026 cycle closes) --- ## Funding Amount - Grants are up to $300 per awardee. - Typically, 10–15 recipients are selected each cycle. - Funds may be used for travel and related expenses associated with attending the APSA Annual Meeting. --- ## Eligibility - Open to individuals attending the APSA Annual Meeting. - Priority is given to: - Applicants with accepted paper or poster presentations. - Individuals engaging in service on LGBT-related committees or sections. - Chairs and discussants at the Annual Meeting are also eligible. - Participation in APSA Diversity and Inclusion Programs is open to all interested individuals, regardless of protected characteristics, provided they meet program-specific criteria. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted online via the APSA website during the open period. - The application typically requires: - Confirmation of participation in the APSA Annual Meeting (e.g., acceptance of paper/poster or committee role). - A brief statement of need and purpose. - Recipients are notified after the application deadline and are reimbursed for eligible expenses following the meeting. --- ## Additional Information - The grant supports the professional development and visibility of LGBTQ+ political scientists. - Past cycles have awarded grants to scholars from a range of institutions and career stages. - The program is part of APSA’s broader commitment to equity and inclusion in the discipline. --- ## External Links - [APSA Committee on the Status of LGBT Individuals in the Profession (Program Page)](https://apsanet.org/statuscommitteelgbt) - [APSA Grants, Fellowships & Funding Opportunities](https://apsanet.org/resources/grants-in-the-discipline/) - [APSA Diversity and Inclusion Programs](https://apsanet.org/diversity/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |-------------------|------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [apsa@apsanet.org](mailto:apsa@apsanet.org) | | Phone | +1 202-483-2512 | | APSA Contact Page | [https://apsanet.org/about/contact-us/](https://apsanet.org/about/contact-us/) | ---

Committee on the Status of LGBT Individuals Travel Grants

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