Early Career Professionals Grant in Aid
This grant supports early career AP-LS members in innovative psychology-law research by providing funding, mentorship, and opportunities for advancing new lines of inquiry in the field.
Funder: American Psychology-Law Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (submission portal open, projected) | May 2027 (proposal deadline, due by 11:59 PM PST, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per award; typically supports research activities and data collection; no indirect costs allowed.
Summary: Supports early career AP-LS members in conducting research at the intersection of psychology and law, with funding and mentorship opportunities.
Key Information: Only AP-LS members within 10 years of their last degree (not students) are eligible; proposal materials must be blinded.
Description
This grant supports early career professionals who are members of the American Psychology-Law Society (AP-LS) in conducting innovative research at the intersection of psychology and law. The program is designed to help early career researchers, regardless of background, address challenges in the transition from graduate study to professional roles by providing both funding and mentorship. Projects may be standalone or serve as seed funding for larger initiatives. The grant particularly encourages new lines of inquiry that advance the field and offers mentorship connections to past awardees.
