Diversity and Inclusion Grant Initiative
The Diversity and Inclusion Grant Initiative encourages efforts that support diversity, inclusion and collaboration at the Law School. To achieve this, the Dean of Students Office will fund student-led proposals up to $5,000 for initiatives that enhance collaboration, build community and embrace diversity and inclusion of all students with respect to race/ethnicity, gender, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, viewpoint, and more.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
- Develop, Implement, and Evaluate Evidence-Based Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives
- Build and Manage Project Budgets
- Develop Sustainability Plan
- Disseminate Findings within Law School Community
FUNDING CATEGORIES
| Student Intersectionalities* | Inclusive Teaching |
| Anti-Racism* | Gender-Based Initiatives |
| Viewpoint Collaboration* | Community Engagement |
Bold* categories will be given selection priority. Please take this into consideration when submitting your proposal.
AWARD SIZE
| Small Awards | < $750 |
| Medium Awards | $750 - $3,500 |
| Large Awards | $3,500 - $5,000 |
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
All current students and student organizations are encouraged to apply by completing the application form. To be considered for funding, each applicant must submit a grant proposal containing the following components:
- Project Title
- Project Abstract
- Project Narrative
- Project Timeline
- Project Budget
- Evaluation Plan
- Law School Community Impact
Proposals will be reviewed and awarded by the Diversity Committee, including the Associate Director of Student Affairs & Diversity and Inclusion and Dean of Students Office.
FUNDING GUIDELINES
- We anticipate most events for the 2021-2022 year to be held in-person. Events may also be held remotely.
- Students may only submit one proposal per funding cycle (as an individual or member of a student organization).
- Length and implementation period of project must not exceed one academic year.
- Funding awards generally range from $350 - $750.
- Funding recipients are required to submit an evaluation.
FUNDING TIMELINE
Funding applications for the 2021-2022 academic year will be accepted on a rolling basis, until funds are fully disbursed or Monday, April 4, 2022; whichever comes first.
CONTACT US
For questions regarding this initiative, please email jlrodriguez@uchicago.edu.