CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
The Community, Opportunity, Recruitment, and Engagement (CORE) Committee 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 Community, Opportunity, Recruitment, and Engagement (CORE) Committee at the 2026 Annual (Fall) Meeting.
- Presentation to SPA members at the SPA-AAP Pediatric Anesthesiology 2027 Meeting.
Click here for the MDMP program description and application.
Unsure if your proposal would fit this program? Please email [email protected]
MDMP Information Session Recording
Application Timeline:
February 15, 2026: Submit application documents to [email protected]
March 30, 2026: Notification of acceptance
April 2026: Funding availableCommunity, Opportunity, Recruitment, and Engagement (CORE) Committee