The NISO Plus scholarship program invites applications from anyone who feels that their voice and views are currently underrepresented in libraries, vendors, publishers, or other parts of the information ecosystem. This program is part of NISO's ongoing efforts to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion in our community.
Scholarship awardees will receive the following:
- Access to all virtual NISO Plus programming throughout the year
- (Pending funder approval) travel and accommodations to the February 16–18, 2026 annual conference in Baltimore, Maryland
- Networking opportunities with NISO Board members, staff, and other past and present scholarship winners
- Free registration for all NISO educational webinars in 2026–28
- Discounted registration fees to other NISO events
- Opportunities to volunteer for NISO committees and groups
- And more!
Please complete this short application form to tell us more about yourself and why you are interested in being a NISO Plus scholar.
Applications will close at 11:59 pm (ET US/Canada) on November 24, 2025, and will then be reviewed by the NISO Plus Scholarships Committee. Decisions will be announced by December 19, 2025. (Please note that previous awardees will not be considered.)
Applications will close at 11:59 pm (ET US/Canada) on November 24, 2025, and will then be reviewed by the NISO Plus Scholarships Committee. Decisions will be announced by December 19, 2025. (Please note that previous awardees will not be considered.)