Chester M. Pierce Human Rights Award Grant

Chester M. Pierce Human Rights Award Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: American Psychiatric Association
Amount: US $5,000
Last Updated: March 15, 2026

Summary

The Chester M. Pierce Human Rights Award, established in 1990 and renamed in 2017, honors individuals who advocate for the human rights of populations with mental health needs. This award recognizes extraordinary efforts in raising awareness about human rights abuses and provides the recipient with a $5,000 travel stipend, a plaque, and a lectureship at the APA Annual Meeting. It reflects the legacy of Dr. Chester M. Pierce, a pioneer in global mental health.

Overview

Chester M. Pierce Human Rights Award The Chester M. Pierce Human Rights Award recognizes the extraordinary efforts of individuals to promote the human rights of populations with mental health needs by bringing attention to their work. Originally established in 1990 to raise awareness of human rights abuses, the award was renamed in 2017 to honor Chester M. Pierce, MD (1927-2016) and recognize his dedication as an innovative researcher on humans in extreme environments, an advocate against disparities, stigma, and discrimination, and as a pioneer and visionary in global mental health. In 2021, the award was endowed through the efforts of the Chester M. Pierce Human Rights Endowment Campaign and the generous support of donors. The endowed award provides the awardee with a lectureship, travel stipend of $5,000, and a plaque at the APA Annual Meeting. Program Benefits $5,000 Plaque Award lecture

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Individuals who demonstrate extraordinary efforts to promote the human rights of populations with mental health needs by bringing attention to their work.