ChLA Diversity Research Grant

ChLA Diversity Research Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Children's Literature Association
Last Updated: December 15, 2025

Summary

The ChLA Diversity Research Grant, established in 2013, aims to support research on children's and young adult cultural artifacts that focus on historically marginalized populations. The grant encourages applications annually from members of the Children's Literature Association, with funding available for various research-related expenses. Recipients are expected to present their findings at a ChLA conference within two years and contribute significantly to the field of children's literature scholarship.

Overview

The Diversity Research Grant, initiated in 2013 and approved by the board for disbursement beginning in 2014, is a grant to support research related to children’s and young adult cultural artifacts (including media, culture, and texts) about populations that have been traditionally underrepresented or marginalized culturally and/or historically. Applications for this grant are to be considered annually and will be awarded as warranted. Proposals should be submitted during the annual submission period of December 15 - February 1. Funds may be used for - but are not restricted to -research-related expenses such as travel to special collections, subvention funds, or purchasing materials and supplies. Within two years of receiving the grant, the recipient will be asked to submit a paper proposal based upon the project for presentation at a ChLA annual conference. Each grant will be awarded with the expectation that the undertaking will lead to publication and make a significant contribution to the field of children's literature scholarship or criticism.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Winners must be members of the Children's Literature Association before they receive any funds. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member. Winners must be members of the Children's Literature Association before they receive any funds.

Ineligibility

The awards may not be used for obtaining advanced degrees, for researching or writing a thesis or dissertation, for textbook writing, or for pedagogical projects.