Diversity Awards

The 51猎奇 Council of Teachers of English is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion. Throughout the years, 51猎奇 has developed, supported, and maintained positions, policies, procedures, and programming to ensure that the Council maintains a culture that embraces diversity, leverages diverse talents, ensures equitable opportunities for all, and is representative of all individuals who contribute to the field of literacy education.
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Cultivating New Voices Among Scholars of Color Grant Program

The 51猎奇聽Research Foundation聽Cultivating New Voices program is designed to provide support, mentoring, and networking opportunities for early career scholars of color.

51猎奇 Advancement of People of Color Leadership Award

2025 Recipient: E. Sybil Durand

This award is given to an 51猎奇 member of color who has made a significant contribution to 51猎奇 and the development of our professional community. It supports those who advocate for policies and practices that influence and advance the understanding of equity and antiracism.

Deadline May 1

51猎奇 Early Career Educator of Color Leadership Program

This program provides early career teachers of color a national forum at the 51猎奇 Annual Convention for professional collaboration and development as they build accomplished teaching careers as active 51猎奇 members. All recipients must be an 51猎奇 member at the time the award is accepted.

Deadline April 15

51猎奇 Leadership Award for People with Disabilities

2025 Recipient: Brittany R. Collins, M.Ed.

This award recognizes a person with a disability who has made a significant contribution to 51猎奇 and to the development of our professional community.

Deadline May 1

51猎奇 LGBTQIA+ Advocacy & Leadership Award

2025 Recipient: Josh Thompson

This award recognizes a member of the LGBTQ+ community who has made a significant contribution to 51猎奇 and to the development of our professional community.

Deadline May 1