pleased to Announce
its 2009 Graduate Study Scholarships, Awards and Fellowships
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*Background*
The main goal of the National Network for Aboriginal Mental Health
Research (NAMHR) is to
train researchers, especially those from Aboriginal backgrounds, to
conduct mental health
research relevant to the needs and priorities of Aboriginal
populations and communities.
To build capacity, the NAMHR links interested students to a national
network of scholars
and researchers, and provides financial support for graduate students
pursing a master?s
or doctoral degree and post-doctoral fellowships related to Aboriginal
mental health.
Financial support is provided in the form of scholarships and/or
research allowance.
The NAMHR is funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research
(CIHR) Institute of
Aboriginal Peoples? Health (IAPH) and includes leading researchers in
Aboriginal mental
health and community partners from across Canada.
*Scholarships/Post-doctoral Fellowships*
All scholarships/fellowships are considered for a one-year term.
Applicants may re-apply
for each additional year of their program. Students demonstrating
adequate progress in
their studies and/or research project will be given priority. Students
pursuing a
master?s degree (MA, MSc or equivalent) are eligible to receive up to
$_18,000_ per year
and doctoral (PhD or equivalent) degree candidates are eligible for
_$21,000_. The amount
will be pro-rated for part-time students.
Exceptional candidates who have completed their doctorate within the
past 3 years are
eligible for post-doctoral fellowships. Applicants may apply for
_$42,000 (annually) for
a two-year term and a research stipend of $3,000_. Post-doctoral
students must submit a
progress report after the first year of funding.
Successful applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for other
sources of funding;
however, they may not hold another scholarship awarded by the
Tri-Council or other
NEAHRs. The total amount of the scholarships accepted must not exceed
$25,000 per year.
*Research Allowance*
Any student can also apply for a research allowance to defray the
costs of conducting
their research projects. Students must submit the following:
· A brief project proposal (1-2) pages indicating the rationale,
objectives and methods
of the research and also provide a budget of the study. The proposal
must also clearly
indicate the nature of the program of studies (i.e. a mental health
related discipline)
and how the project relates to NAMHR research themes.
· A letter from the student?s supervisor indicating their support for
the project and
affiliation with NAMHR. Supervisors who are not members of the NAMHR
will be invited to
join.
Students will be reimbursed for their expenses upon submission of
original receipts. A
lump sum payment may be requested in advance of the project to avoid
undue financial
hardship.
Some examples of expenditures that may qualify for support include:
* Travel ? to support data collection, community
communication/consultation, information dissemination, or
presentation at conferences, etc.
* Research assistants ? to assist with data collection (e.g.
interviews), transcription, data entry, computer programming, etc.
* Materials and supplies ? to purchase books, stationery, journal
subscriptions and reimburse long-distance telephone calls,
postage/couriers, etc.
* Others ? in unusual circumstances, support for unforeseen expenses
incurred by being away from home conducting the research will also
be considered (e.g. day care).
A student may receive both a scholarship and a research allowance, or
one and not the
other depending on his/her circumstances.
*Eligibility and Selection*
* Preference may be given to applicants who are Canadian citizens or
permanent residents.
* Graduate awards are open to both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal
students.
* Applicants must be enrolled in a master?s or doctoral program in a
mental-health related discipline, or be otherwise pursuing mental
health research within the context of their academic program.
(Proof of acceptance into a graduate program is mandatory before
award funds can be released).
* Applications at the post-doctoral level are eligible for a maximum
of two years funding.
* Research projects that are community-based or involve active
partnership with an Aboriginal organization/community are encouraged.
* There must be a commitment to disseminate the information arising
from the research.
NOTE: The NAMHR provides training activities (i.e. summer school
workshops, annual
meeting) for graduate students. Participation in NAMHR training
activities (for repeat
applicants) will be considered in the review process. Successful
applicants must agree to
provide a short biography and a photo, as well as a progress report
near the end of their
scholarship period.
If an applicant has taken a longer than average length of time to
complete graduate work,
please provide details (i.e. parenthood, etc.).
It is the applicant?s responsibility to obtain the required ethics
approval for research
involving human subjects from the relevant Research Ethics Review
Board in their own
institutions. Such approval is not required at the time of
application, but should be
submitted to NAMHR as soon as it has been granted. Funded projects
must respect the newly
developed *CIHR Guidelines for Health Research Involving Aboriginal People*.
*Submission Deadlines*
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The deadline for fall students is February 16, 2009.
*Application Procedure*
Submit applications directly to the National Network for Aboriginal
Mental Health
Research (NAMHR) at: katya.petrov.namhr@gmail.com
<mailto:katya.petrov.namhr@gmail.com>
A complete application includes:
* A summary of the proposed project
* The CIHR CV module
* The CIHR training module
* Official transcripts
* A letter from the project supervisor
Those applying for a research allowance should also submit the following:
* A project proposal, including a budget not to exceed _$7,500_.
Please note that the nature of the project may determine the
amount awarded.
Please send complete applications to:
National Network for Aboriginal Mental Health Research
c/o Culture and Mental Health Research Unit
Jewish General Hospital
4333 Cote Ste Catherine Road
Montreal, Quebec H3T 1E4
Tel: (514) 340-8222, ext. 5244
Fax: (514) 340-7503
For more information please contact:
Katya Petrov, Coordinator
Phone: 514-340-8222, ext. 5244
Email: katya.petrov.namhr@gmail.com <mailto:katya.petrov.namhr@gmail.com>
