Joyce Cain Award for Distinguished Research on People of African Descent
The Joyce Cain Award from the Comparative and International Education Society honors outstanding research articles on people of African descent in Africa or the Diaspora.
Funder: Comparative and International Education Society
Due Dates: October 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: $1,000 USD; recognition at the CIES Annual Meeting (one-time award)
Summary: Annual award for an exceptional scholarly article on people of African descent in Africa or the Diaspora.
Description
The award recognizes an outstanding scholarly article that investigates the experiences, cultures, or histories of people of African descent in Africa or the Diaspora. Presented annually by the Comparative and International Education Society (CIES), the award honors the legacy of Dr. Joyce Lynn Cain by highlighting research that demonstrates academic excellence, originality, and strong methodological and theoretical foundations. The recipient receives a $1,000 USD monetary award and is recognized at the CIES Annual Meeting, promoting visibility within the comparative and international education research community.
