Early Career Contributions to Diversity Science Award
Forecasted
Early Career Contributions to Diversity Science Award supports early career psychologists by recognizing research that advances equity, diversity, and inclusion in clinical child and adolescent psychology.
Funder: Society of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology (APA Div 53)
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 recognition stipend, plus additional travel funds if required for an invited presentation
Summary: Recognizes early career psychologists whose research advances equity, diversity, and inclusion in clinical child and adolescent psychology.
Key Information: Nominees must have held SCCAP membership for at least one year at application.
Description
The Society of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology (SCCAP), Division 53 of the American Psychological Association, offers this award to recognize important early career research contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion in clinical child and adolescent psychology. It honors contributions already made, considering both the scientific impact and the public impact of a psychologist’s research on diversity science.
Alongside a recognition stipend, recipients receive a plaque and a featured story in the InBalance Newsletter. Awardees may also be invited to share their expertise through one of SCCAP’s educational venues for members. If invited, recipients are strongly encouraged to present, and SCCAP provides additional funds when travel is required.
