Population Association of America Travel Awards

Population Association of America Travel Awards With support from the Hewlett Foundation and the PAA Fund, PAA will award travel grants to scholars from countries in the developing world (Africa, Asia, Latin America, Middle East) or Eastern Europe to attend the Annual Meeting in Boston, Massachusetts, May 1-3, 2014. These grants cover the costs of membership and registration fees, round-trip airfare, hotel and a stipend for food expenses during the PAA meetings. Eligibility criteria are: resident of a country in these regions; not currently receiving an international salary; not currently enrolled in Western graduate degree program; and did not receive a PAA travel award in the previous two years. In selecting recipients, priority will be given to applicants who appear on the meeting program, with highest priority going to sole or first authors of papers. African scholars are especially encouraged to apply. The deadline for submitting a paper or abstract for presentation at the meeting is September 27, 2013, and the deadline for applying for a travel award is October 4, 2013. Note: Applications will be due before you know whether your paper has been accepted. It is important to submit the application by the deadline. Do not wait to find out if you have been accepted on the program. To apply complete the application form and email to Stephanie Dudley, at the PAA office, [e-mail]. The PAA will issue a letter for support in obtaining a visa;...

Source: ScanGrants feed - July 30, 2013 Category: Research Authors: Population Association of America Source Type: funding