[American Physical Society](https://www.aps.org)

November 16, 2026

Supplemental funds for disability-related travel/accommodation expenses; amount varies by need and availability of funds.

Supports APS Forum on Diversity and Inclusion members with disabilities to attend the 2026 APS Global Physics Summit by covering additional disability-related expenses.

Priority given to applicants making contributed presentations; APS FDI membership required.

--- ## Description The Forum on Diversity and Inclusion (FDI) of the American Physical Society (APS) offers the Disability Travel Supplement to support individuals with disabilities in attending the APS Global Physics Summit. The program provides supplemental funds to help cover additional costs incurred due to disability, such as interpreters, transcribers, screen-reading or transcription technology, mobility aids, extra transportation, and hotel accommodations for caregivers. The goal is to make APS meetings more accessible and inclusive for all members. --- ## Due Dates - November 16, 2026: Application deadline for support to attend the 2026 APS Global Physics Summit Meeting (FDI Disability Travel Supplement) --- ## Funding Amount - Supplemental funds are provided based on need and availability of funds. - The amount is intended to cover specific disability-related expenses for the APS meeting; there is no fixed maximum, but support is subject to funding availability. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be members of the APS Forum on Diversity and Inclusion (FDI); all membership levels are eligible. - Priority is given to applicants making contributed presentations at the APS Global Physics Summit. - Only disability-related expenses are eligible for support. - Examples of allowable expenses: - Hiring an interpreter or transcriber - Screen-reading or transcription technology purchased specifically for the meeting - Mobility aids - Additional transportation costs due to disability - Hotel expenses for caregiver accommodations - Unallowable expenses include: - Meeting registration fees - Meals/food during the meeting --- ## Application Process - Complete the application form available through the [APS application portal](https://apsphysics.secure-platform.com/a/organizations/main/submissions/submissionnotcompleted?solicitationId=22). - Submit by November 16, 2026, at 11:59 PM PT. - Ensure APS FDI membership before applying; [join or manage your APS units here](https://my.aps.org/managemyunits). - Prepare to describe the disability-related expenses you are requesting support for and their necessity for meeting participation. --- ## Additional Information - Funding is subject to availability; not all eligible applicants may receive support. - Applicants are expected to adhere to the [APS Ethics Standards](https://www.aps.org/about/governance/policies-procedures/ethics-standards). - Holders of APS honors and leadership positions must maintain professional conduct as outlined by APS policy. --- ## External Links - [Program Details and Application Portal](https://engage.aps.org/fdi/honors/prizes-award/disability-travel) - [APS FDI Disability Travel Supplement Overview](https://www.aps.org/funding-recognition/grant/fdi-disability-travel) - [APS Membership Information](https://www.aps.org/membership/join.cfm) - [APS Ethics Standards](https://www.aps.org/about/governance/policies-procedures/ethics-standards) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |--------------|---------| | APS Main Phone | (301) 209-3200 | | APS Contact Page | [Contact APS](https://www.aps.org/about/contact) | | FDI Contact Form | [Contact FDI](https://engage.aps.org/fdi/contactus) | ---

FDI Disability Travel Supplement

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