The Scholar Rescue Fund® formalizes an unwavering commitment to academic freedom that the Institute of International Education (IIE) has demonstrated for over 90 years. At the heart of the Fund is the idea that each scholar we help who continues his or her work in safety is a beacon of hope in our world.
Together we can make a difference. One life, one voice, one idea at a time.
Eligibility
Professors, established researchers and other senior academics from any country, field or discipline may qualify. Applications are reviewed for academic qualifications, the quality/potential of the candidate's work, and the urgency of threats faced.Preference is given to scholars:
>> who are facing immediate, severe and targeted threats to their lives and/or careers in their home country or country of residence
>> with a Ph.D. or other highest degree in their field who have extensive teaching or research experience at a university, college or other institution of higher learning
>> who demonstrate superior academic accomplishment or promise
>> whose selection is likely to benefit the academic community in the home and/or host country or region.
Applications from female scholars and scholars who are members of ethnic, racial, cultural or religious minority groups, or those otherwise underrepresented in their field, are encouraged.
Fellowships are approved by the SRF Selection Committee which convenes at least three (3) times per year. Awards are issued for up to US $25,000, plus health insurance. The final fellowship award is dependent upon the location of the host institution, the cost of living, and the value of any additional contributions from the host institution or other source.
Host academic institutions agree to accept the fellowship funds and disburse the funds to the scholar. In most cases, host institutions are required to match the SRF fellowship award through partial salary/stipend support, research materials, and other in-kind assistance.
For more information visit The Iraq Scholar Rescue Project.