New IPS Ethics & Diversity, Equality, Inclusivity AWARDS

In 2025, the International Primatological Society created two awards to recognise individuals, projects, or field stations carrying out initiatives that seek to promote Ethics, and Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion within primatology.

In a moment when EDEI is under threat in various institutions and settings around the world, it is more urgent than ever to promote activities that can effectively lead to broadening the access to opportunities within our field. Furthermore, it is equally important to recognise and celebrate these efforts to improve EDEI within the field of primatology.

The selected awardee(s) will receive an IPS Ethics and/or DEI certificate(s) in recognition of their continued efforts.

Eligibility

Individuals, projects, labs, or field stations carrying out relevant Ethics or DEI initiatives. Examples include, but are not limited to: supporting range country researchers/students through skill sharing, networking opportunities and involvement in scientific outputs; community-led research and conservation; the establishment of Ethics and/or DEI guidelines for field sites/laboratories; mentorship of under-represented scientists within their countries and/or abroad; collaborating with local universities where field work is performed; diversifying languages and formats of research outputs to facilitate access by non-english speakers, etc.

How to apply

Both self-nominations and nominations from colleagues are welcome. Applicants should submit a letter stating their eligibility for the award or describing the nominee’s suitability for the award. The focus should be on past and current Ethics or DEI contributions. A copy of the applicant resume should also be included. Supporting letters from other individuals acquainted with the applicant’s work may be submitted as part of the nomination packet.

Send your application AS A SINGLE PDF DOCUMENT, named “LAST NAME, First name, EDEI AWARD.pdf” to: Susana Carvalho (edei.ipsmadagascar2025@gmail.com)

When to apply

May 1, 2025

Results expected

June 2025, with winners and certificates presented at the IPS conference (July 2025)