Society for Research in Child Development

We’re excited to launch three new complimentary professional development courses for authors, reviewers, and editors, created with support from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Start learning today: https://www.srcd.org/resources/courses
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SRCD celebrates the voices that have shaped our history and continue to impact our future. Happy Black History Month! https://www.srcd.org/blackcaucus/home

With the federal funding deadline approaching on Jan. 30th, a federal government shutdown could disrupt programs that support children, families, & federal research. Find out what you should do if you have a federal research grant & how SRCD advocates on behalf of our members: https://bit.ly/4ru2qat

We’re excited to share that SRCD has received a new grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation! This support will help expand peer reviewer training and build linguistically trained review capacity—furthering SRCD’s commitment to a more equitable scientific community. https://bit.ly/3McQpaa

With recent reports on immigration enforcement, SRCD has shared research with federal lawmakers showing how raids traumatize children, families, and communities. The science is clear: family separation and detention cause lasting harm. Read here: https://bit.ly/4q4rbJc

January is #NationalMentoringMonth, and at SRCD we are proud to celebrate the power of mentorship in shaping the future of developmental science. The Horowitz Early Career Scholars Program provides educational and professional development for scholars underrepresented. https://bit.ly/4bl65Tc

Join SRCD for a special webinar honoring Dr. Frances Degen Horowitz. We’ll celebrate her lifelong commitment to educational access and introduce the Frances Degen Horowitz Early Career Scholars Fund, supporting the scholarship of tomorrow’s leaders. https://bit.ly/4qy88YD

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SRCD announces Kent Mitchell as the Director for Policy! His leadership will strengthen advocacy and policy programs that improve outcomes for children and families.

Full story: bit.ly/49hx6W2

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Last call! Applications for SRCD’s U.S. Policy Fellowship program close TODAY! Explore a career in child and family policy while receiving financial and professional development support. Apply before it’s too late. Deadline to apply is January 6th, 2026, 11:59pm E.T. https://bit.ly/3QuguQq

Last call! Applications for SRCD’s U.S. Policy Fellowship program close THIS TUESDAY! Explore a career in child and family policy while receiving financial and professional development support. Apply before it’s too late. Deadline to apply is January 6th, 2026, 11:59pm E.T. https://bit.ly/3QuguQq

Wishing you warmth and joy this festive season! Happy Holidays from all of us at SRCD!

Two Weeks Left! SRCD U.S. Policy Fellowship applications close soon! Don't miss your chance to join the 2026-2027 cohort and help advance evidence-based policymaking. Deadline to apply is January 6th, 2026, 11:59pm E.T. https://bit.ly/3QuguQq

Applications for the 2025 Victoria S. Levin Award (up to $25,000) are due January 9th, 2026 by 11:59 p.m EDT. View eligibility and submission requirements here: https://bit.ly/4aSfl0A

SRCD’s Social Policy Report has been renamed Child Policy Nexus (CPN), reflecting the publication's focus on providing comprehensive, non-partisan reviews for policymakers. CPN will continue publishing 3-4 times per year & welcomes topic proposals year-round. https://bit.ly/4iTWAMf

Interested in advancing developmental science in Congress? There’s still time to apply for SRCD’s Congressional Placement! Fellows spend a year on Capitol Hill, using their expertise to assess legislation, advise on policy, and draft bills. Learn more today: https://bit.ly/3QuguQq

The call for submissions deadline is tomorrow, Dec. 11th, 2025! Submissions may focus on identity development, health & wellbeing, education, families, policy, civic participation w/ an emphasis on intersectionality, innovation, & actionable science. Apply here: https://bit.ly/49pHk7a

Donate to support SRCD Events! By contributing to this fund, it helps SRCD provide meaningful spaces and opportunities for our members to come together for child development research. This #GivingTuesday, your donations will help continue this important work. Will you join us? https://bit.ly/4pB1mka

Caucuses of SRCD support the goal of integrating diversity in the broader Society. Donate directly to one of SRCD's Caucuses to help support their missions. This #GivingTuesday, your donations will help us support and continue this important work. Will you join us? https://bit.ly/4pB1mka

SRCD is dedicated to advancing developmental science and promoting its use to improve human lives. Donate to support the Dr. Frances Degen Horowitz Early Career Scholars Fund. This #GivingTuesday, your donation will help support and continue important work. Will you join us? https://bit.ly/4pB1mka

This #GivingTuesday, your donations will help us support our early career programs and awards and expand professional advancement at all levels. Your donation of any amount helps us continue this important work. Will you join us? #GivingTuesday #SRCD #2025 https://bit.ly/4pB1mka

The call for submissions deadline is Dec. 11th, 2025! Submissions may focus on identity development, health & wellbeing, education, families, policy, civic participation w/ an emphasis on intersectionality, innovation, & actionable science. Apply here:
https://bit.ly/49pHk7a

Wishing you a season of abundance and joy. Happy Thanksgiving from us SRCD! We appreciate your trust and support.

Meet #SRCD member (and SRCD Indigenous Caucus member) Jessica Saniguq Ullrich! Dr. Ullrich is an Assistant Professor at IREACH. Her family is originally from Kiŋigin – Native Village of Wales, and she is a Tribal Citizen of Nome Eskimo Community.

Read more here https://bit.ly/49yv8kI !

This #GivingTuesday, your donations will help us support our early career programs and awards and expand professional advancement at all levels. Your donation of any amount helps us continue this important work. Will you join us? #GivingTuesday #SRCD #2025 https://www.srcd.org/donate

Meet #SRCD member (and SRCD Indigenous Caucus member) Michelle Sarche! Michelle Sarche, PhD, is a professor and project lead at the Buffett Early Childhood Institute at the University of Nebraska.

Read more of this insightful Q&A at https://bit.ly/4oUgUiN

Meet #SRCD member (and SRCD Indigenous Caucus member) Alexis Merculief! Dr. Alexis Merculief is an Assistant Professor of Child Behavioral Health at the Ballmer Institute on University of Oregon's Portland campus.

Read more of this insightful Q&A at https://bit.ly/489ddhX

Meet #SRCD member (and SRCD Indigenous Caucus member) Meenakshi Richardson, PhD, MS, MPH (Haliwa- Saponi)! She has worked alongside diverse Indigenous communities, government entities, and community-based organizations to provide health and human services!

Read more here: https://bit.ly/445wznh

The call for submissions deadline has been updated to Dec. 11th, 2025! Submissions may focus on identity development, health & wellbeing, education, families, policy, civic participation w/ an emphasis on intersectionality, innovation, & actionable science. Apply here: https://bit.ly/49pHk7a

SRCD is offering Small Grants of up to $7,500 for #research projects conducted by SRCD early #career members who completed their doctoral degree no earlier than January 1, 2021. The submission deadline is Jan. 19, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET. Apply at https://bit.ly/487Fjub.

Join us TOMORROW, Nov. 18th from 1-2 PM ET, for a free webinar: Tips and Tricks for Applying to the SRCD Policy Fellowship. You'll learn more about securing a state placement, exploring the Congressional placement, and preparing a successful application! Register Today! https://bit.ly/4nZ9PvW