JEDI Travel Grant
Forecasted
The JEDI Travel Grant from the Rural Sociological Society supports underrepresented members’ participation in the RSS Annual Meeting to promote diversity in rural sociology research.
Funder: Rural Sociological Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (JEDI Travel Grant application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Minimum $300 per recipient; final amounts and total awards depend on need and application volume.
Summary: Supports underrepresented RSS members’ travel to and participation in the Annual Meeting.
Key Information: RSS membership and active meeting participation are required for eligibility.
Description
The JEDI Travel Grant, administered by the Rural Sociological Society (RSS) in partnership with its Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Committee, is designed to foster broader participation at the RSS Annual Meeting. This grant specifically supports RSS members who have been historically underrepresented within the organization, helping to defray travel costs for those actively engaging in the conference. The initiative underscores RSS’s commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in rural sociological research and community.
