The IRSCL Research Grant

The IRSCL Research Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: International Research Society for Children's Literature
Amount: Approximately C $1,000
Last Updated: January 13, 2025

Summary

The IRSCL Research Grant, funded by the International Research Society for Children's Literature, aims to support early career scholars in exploring children's literature and related fields. Grants start at CAD $1,000 and cover various research activities, including literary and sociological studies. Applications are invited every two years from postgraduate students and emerging researchers, fostering collaboration and innovative research in children's literature.

Overview

Our Purpose The purpose of the IRSCL is to enhance research into children's and young people's literature, reading, and related fields. The Society aims to provide a forum for the exchange of professional information and for the discussion of theories of children's literature and their application to texts of all kinds. IRSCL also seeks to encourage collaborative research among its members. Research Grant The Research Grant encourages research by early career scholars in children's literature. Each grant will be a minimum of CAD $1,000, with the possibility of a higher amount. Eligible activities include literary, historical, cultural, sociological, empirical and pedagogical research. Applications are welcome from postgraduate students or early career researchers. Applications are invited every two years.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member. It is necessary to be an IRSCL member in good standing at the time of application.