APA Division 44 Russell Stambaugh Memorial Travel Award

We are pleased to announce the Russell Stambaugh Memorial Travel Award, which aims to support graduate students, early-career professionals, individuals with financial need, or underrepresented groups in attending and presenting on kink/BDSM at the annual American Psychological Association (APA) Convention. This award is designed to help individuals who demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing the field of psychology as it relates to kink and adjacent communities, and who would benefit from the opportunity to engage with the latest research, network with professionals, and gain exposure to the diverse and vibrant community at the APA Convention.

• Have an approved presentation for Division 44 on kink/BDSM of one of these types:

  • Critical conversations, flash talks, skill-building sessions, symposia, or poster presentations

• Register and attending the APA Annual Convention

• Fulfill your presentation obligations at the Convention

• Apply before the deadline of March 31.

• If multiple applications are received, preference will be given to the following:
  • Identify with a historically or currently marginalized group (e.g. BIPOC)
  • Importance of the topic to the field at this time

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. Personal Statement: Please submit a personal statement (500-800 words) that addresses each of the following questions:

1. How will presenting at APA fall into your career path?

2. What are your future plans for doing work (research, clinical, training, etc) in this area?

2. Curriculum vitae

3. Division 44 Abstract or Presentation Information: A copy of the acceptance notification for your proposal; a summary description or abstract of the proposal content.

4. Proof of Conference Registration: A copy of your conference registration confirmation (can be submitted after the fact).

Deadline:
The application deadline is March 31. Late submissions will not be considered.

Additional Information:

• Award recipients must provide receipts for all eligible expenses (food, travel, lodging) in order to receive reimbursement.

• The award can only be applied to the current APA Annual Convention and is not transferable to future events.

• Recipients may be asked to participate in post-conference reflections or share their experiences with the larger community.

We look forward to supporting future leaders in psychology and wish all applicants the best of luck!

Please email us [Div44awards@gmail.comopens in new window] with any questions regarding the award or the application process.

2026
Lori B. Lentenbrink