CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
Deadline to submit is Midnight ET on February 15, 2025
The Society for Pediatric Anesthesia’s Committee on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is pleased to announce the Mission Driven Mentoring Program (MDMP). The MDMP aims to advance DE&I work in pediatric anesthesiology and support the growth and advancement of individuals who participate in these efforts. MDMP provides DE&I training through a structured curriculum and support skills building through practical work. It also provides opportunities for mentees to network with DE&I faculty at the national level.
Grants will fund SPA member-initiated efforts that aim to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion at a variety of levels within pediatric anesthesiology. At this time, only those who have completed training are eligible to apply.
We invite proposals that can be completed during a 1-year funding period. Reflecting current opportunities, we are open to a variety of approaches to advancing DEI, e.g. quality improvement, dissemination and implementation science, advocacy, research, workforce pipeline, representation within SPA membership.
The MDP resources include: (1 year):
- Pairing with one or more MDP members who will provide close guidance through project completion.
- Pilot funding (up to $10,000) to support the development of the proposed project.
- Work in progress presentation to the DEI Committee at the 2025 Annual (Fall) Meeting.
- Presentation to SPA members at the SPA-AAP Pediatric Anesthesiology 2026 Meeting.
Click here for the MDP program description and application.
Unsure if your proposal would fit this program? Please email [email protected]
Application Timeline:
February 15, 2025: Submit application documents to [email protected]
March 30, 2025: Notification of acceptance
April 2025: Funding available
