The American Psychological Foundation (APF) is now accepting applications for the Queen-Nellie Evans Scholarship for Students from suitably qualified students. It is a scholarship that is partially funded for all students.
Queen-Nellie Evans Scholarship
The Queen-Nellie Evans Scholarship will recognize outstanding graduate students from underrepresented groups who have demonstrated financial need and are committed to addressing societal injustices and concerns that disproportionately affect communities of color, particularly those of African descent, such as:
- The underlying causes
- Interventions
- Effects on individual mental and physical health and well-being, whether direct or indirect
- Wider negative social or psychological consequences for the affected population
Arthur Evans, Jr., PhD established the Queen and Nellie Evans Fund in memory of his grandmother and mother. Evans is the American Psychological Association’s current CEO and executive vice president. He works as a clinical and community psychologist as well as a healthcare developer.
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Evans has done remarkable work to empower historically oppressed people and communities as the commissioner of Philadelphia’s Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disabilities Services. For his efforts, he has received national and international recognition.
In 2015, he was named an Advocate for Action by the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy. Thanks to Evans, APF has funded graduate students who are committed to improving the conditions of underserved communities.
Financial Assistance for the Queen-Nellie Evans Scholarship
Each year, a $4,000 scholarship is given.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be graduate students enrolled in an accredited institution or university.
- Must be able to demonstrate financial need
- Be committed to addressing societal inequalities and concerns that disproportionately affect people of color, especially those of African descent.
Preference is given to those who can demonstrate the following characteristics:
- Are preparing for a career in academia, clinical care, or public policy.
- After completing their graduate studies, they see their work as contributing to the betterment of marginalized communities.
- Have lived in the communities they seek to serve; or
- Have demonstrated service to marginalized communities.
Tip for Applying for the Queen-Nellie Evans Scholarship
An application must include the following:
- CV personal statement
- Transcript of Studies
- recommendation letter
- Documents proving financial need (FAFSA, EFC, etc.)
The deadline for applications is January 31, 2022.
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