Access Grants for National Conference
Statement of Purpose
NOA is pleased to introduce a new conference support program to help offset costs for those who might otherwise be unable to attend the national conference. By expanding access, we aim to lower barriers to the exchange of ideas and best practices across our community, seek to welcome new members, strengthen the diversity and vibrancy of the organization, and cultivate future leaders who will advance NOA’s legacy.
Program summary
Ten grants will be awarded to support attendance at the January 2026 Conference in Boston. The grants will be directly applied to, and will fully cover, the recipients' conference registration fees. Recipients will be responsible for their remaining expenses, such as travel, lodging, and food.
Preference will be given to (any of the following):
- Individuals not affiliated with an organization or whose organization does not provide travel support
- Individuals presenting in a session, on a panel, or in a poster session
- First-time conference attendees
- Faculty members at an HBCU
- Those with potential to contribute to the diversity and vibrancy of the organization
Applicants must be an Individual or Organizational member of NOA at time of application (student members are not currently eligible).
Deadline to apply: October 1, 2025
Notification date: October 15, 2025