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The Dr. Bernice Sandler Title IX Research Grant Application - 2026

Thank you for your interest in applying for the Dr. Bernice Sandler Title IX Research Grant!

Awards in the amount of $2,500 will be given to those creating new and innovative research in the field of Title IX compliance and best practices. This research grant is granted based on the scope of the study, the contribution to the field, and advancement of best practices.

Those chosen for the research grant will be required to complete one of the following:
  • Present a 75-minute concurrent session of your research in-person at an upcoming Annual ATIXA Conference
  • Provide a 4-part written series for the Member Newsletter (1-2 page takeaways)
  • Record a 45-60 minute webinar presentation for the ATIXA Member Library
Awards will be disbursed in two (2) separate installments: the first upon accepting the award, and the second upon completion of one of the requirements listed above.

Applications are due by July 15, 2026 and all applicants will be notified by August 19, 2026. Both members and non-members are eligible.

Please note that ATIXA solely provides research award dollars to recipients and in no way should the recipient's research reflect that it was conducted in partnership with ATIXA.

If requested, ATIXA can assist with sending out research participation requests to its audience.

Questions? Please contact info@atixa.org
1.Name(s) of Researcher(s):
2.Credentials & Job Title(s):
3.Institution Name(s):
4.Primary Contact Name:
5.Primary Contact Email:
6.Primary Mailing Address:
7.Proposed Title of Research:
8.Please write a brief abstract of your research (1-2 paragraphs).
9.How will the Dr. Bernice Sandler Title IX Research Grant impact your proposed project?
10.How will the project contribute to the field of Title IX compliance and best practices?
11.Have you applied for any other institutional or grant support? If so, please describe.
12.Have you received any other institutional or grant support? If so, please describe.
13.Please confirm that, if awarded the research grant, you agree to present it through one of the three options listed above?
14.Please confirm that, if awarded the research grant, you agree to submit a W-9 form in order to process payment?
15.Please upload any supplemental materials or files that are necessary to comprehensively review your research grant candidacy.
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Thank you for submitting an application for the Dr. Bernice Sandler Title IX Research Grant! All applicants will be notified by August 19, 2026. If you have any questions in the meantime, please contact info@atixa.org.