Congress Travel Fund
The Congress Travel Fund from the Latin American Studies Association supports paper-presenting scholars from Latin America and the Caribbean to attend the LASA2027 Congress in Mexico City.
Funder: Latin American Studies Association
Due Dates: September 9, 2026: Travel grant application submission deadline (applications must be received by 17:00 ET/EDT)
Funding Amounts: Direct travel support for eligible scholars; specific amounts not published.
Summary: Supports travel costs for scholars from Latin America and the Caribbean to attend the LASA2027 Congress in Mexico City.
Key Information: Applicants must be paper presenters and have LASA membership valid beyond September 9, 2026.
Description
The Congress Travel Fund, administered by the Latin American Studies Association (LASA), provides direct travel support to scholars based in Latin America and the Caribbean to enable their participation in the LASA2027 Congress in Mexico City. This initiative aims to foster academic exchange and ensure representation from the region at LASA’s flagship event. The fund covers travel expenses for eligible scholars who are presenting papers at the Congress, supporting the inclusion of diverse voices in scholarly discussions.
