Society for Research in Child Development

Applications are OPEN for the 2026-2027 SRCD U.S. Policy Fellowship Program. Receive a highly competitive stipend while immersing yourself in a state agency or Congress. Share and help spread the word! Applications due January 6, 2026 at 11:50 pm ET. Learn more and apply here https://bit.ly/4pUANY5 "The fellowship has and will continue to help further my career in unimaginable ways. If you are like me and did not know exactly what you wanted to do after graduate school, this fellowship is for you. You will be exposed to so many opportunities, and the environment in D.C. is so ambitious, your goals might become clearer here. I was nervous about moving to a new place and being far away from my family and friends, but the great part about this fellowship is that you come in with a network of built-in friends, for example, your cohort and alumni. That makes it a lot easier!” - Hannah Valdiviejas (Pictured), SRCD Congressional Policy Fellow (2023 – 2024) and SRCD Federal Policy Fellow (2024-2025)

Call for submissions now open! Submissions may focus on identity development, health & wellbeing, education, families, policy, civic participation w/ an emphasis on intersectionality, innovation, & actionable science. Formats include symposia, posters, papers, policy/practice sessions & roundtables. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/g5UEzMbn

Meet our Science team! Zoe, Roman, and Carly work hard behind the scenes to maintain relationships between SRCD Members and Staff! Learn more about them here: https://lnkd.in/e5E9HBFn

We invite you to join us for the 2025 Diverse Majority Society Lecture Series (DLS) on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM EST. This FREE webinar explores how shifting sociopolitical contexts influence developmental science and higher education. Register here: https://bit.ly/4nnR8BY Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST Cost: No Cost

Did you know that an SRCD Policy Fellow whose placement is in Washington D.C. and has zero years of post-grad work experience could earn around $101,401? In addition, fellows receive a healthcare stipend, a $2,800 allowance for professional development, and $1,300 for eligible relocation expenses. Be financially supported while you grow your career. Apply starting 10/27: https://bit.ly/48JowzB!

The Society for Research in Child Development is now accepting submissions for its 8th annual Small Grants Program for Early Scholars. Grants of up to $7,500 are available on a competitive basis for research projects conducted by SRCD early career members who completed their doctoral degree no earlier than January 1, 2021 and/or will have completed the degree no later than June 1, 2026. The submission deadline is January 19, 2026. Learn more about this excellent career opportunity and apply at :https://lnkd.in/gHsF2gB6

Get ready—the 2026–2027 SRCD U.S. Policy Fellowship applications open soon! Learn how states and Congress make policy and help bridge research to policy, while growing your own skills and networks. Join us for a webinar, Tips and Tricks for Applying to the SRCD Policy Fellowship, on Tuesday, November 18, from 1–2 PM ET to get your application ready. Learn how to find placements, strengthen your application, and hear advice from SRCD staff and alumni. Register today! http://bit.ly/4h3d6J

In August, a commentary about LEVANTE was published in SRCD’s Child Development journal. The manuscript was supported by @Foundation_JF, SRCD’s close partner and program collaborator of the LEARN Mentorship Program. To read the commentary, please visit: https://bit.ly/3KVvlEj. To learn more about the LEARN Mentorship program, please visit: https://bit.ly/4nWdMm7.

Meet our Membership team! Julia, Daniel, and Kacie work hard behind the scenes to maintain relationships between SRCD Members and Staff! Learn more about them here: https://lnkd.in/e5E9HBFn

Announcing our newest Caucus: The SRCD Disability Caucus! The mission of the Disability Caucus is to advance developmental research on disability and increase the representation of children and youth with disabilities. Click here to learn more! https://lnkd.in/gkuiYpwg