Researching Racial Equity in North America
Funds randomized research to understand and address the causes of racial disparities and test interventions to advance justice and fairness in the US.
Funder: Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 | June 2027
Funding Amounts: Full projects: typically $150,000–$250,000 (max $400,000, up to 3 years); Pilot studies: up to $50,000 (up to 3 years); Travel/development grants: up to $5,000 (1 year).
Summary: Funds randomized evaluations that investigate causes of racial disparities and test interventions to advance justice and fairness in the US.
Key Information: All dates are projected; confirm on the program page before applying.
Description
This initiative supports rigorous, ethical, and theory-driven randomized evaluations to deepen understanding of the drivers and mechanisms of racism, discrimination, and racial and ethnic disparities in the United States. The program prioritizes research that places racial and ethnic equity at the center of its questions, design, and outcomes. Supported projects may explore how to reduce bias and discrimination, investigate mechanisms behind disparities, or identify new forms of discrimination. The ultimate goal is to generate credible evidence on strategies that promote justice and fairness, informing effective policy interventions and addressing the underlying causes of racial inequity.
