The Helen Meyers Traveling Psychoanalytic Scholar Award from the American Psychoanalytic Association supports women psychoanalysts in advancing dialogue and research on women's issues through travel and scholarly exchange.
Funder: American Psychoanalytic Association
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Funds for travel to candidate/study groups plus a small honorarium; specific amounts not published.
Summary: Supports women psychoanalysts to foster dialogue on women’s issues through travel and engagement with study groups.
Key Information: Applicants must be APsA members in good standing; nominations by any APsA member.
The Helen Meyers Traveling Psychoanalytic Scholar Award, offered by the American Psychoanalytic Association (APsA), promotes dialogue and shared learning among women in psychoanalysis, with a focus on issues relevant to women in the field. The award enables the selected scholar to travel to various candidate and study groups, facilitating the exchange of ideas and experiences. The honor recognizes individuals who advance discussions and scholarship on women's issues within psychoanalysis.