Affinity and Inclusion Grant
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The Affinity and Inclusion Grant 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
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 Description
- Project Title
- Project Synopsis
- Project Abbreviated Timeline
- Evaluation Plan
- Law School Community Impact
- Project Budget
Proposals will be reviewed and awarded by the Diversity Committee, including the Sr. Associate Director of Student Affairs & Diversity + Inclusion and Dean of Students Office.
Funding Guidelines
- Students may only submit one proposal per academic year (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 after the completion of their event.
Funding Timeline
Funding applications for the 2023-2024 academic year will be accepted on a rolling basis, until funds are fully disbursed or Monday, April 1, 2024; whichever comes first.
Contact Us
For questions regarding this initiative, please email jlrodriguez@uchicago.edu.