BNA Brain Carer Grants
Thanks to funding from Guarantors of Brain, the British Neuroscience Association is offering Carer Grants of up to £300 to support members with caring responsibilities, enabling them to attend neuroscience-related events (in-person or online).
Purpose
To help cover additional caring-related expenses that would otherwise prevent participation in:
- Conferences
- Workshops
- Training
- Other professional development activities
What the Grant Can Cover
- Childcare (in-home or external)
- Professional care for dependents (e.g. elderly relatives)
- Access to learning or supervision for older children
- Other reasonable support needs related to caring
Please note - Costs unrelated to the event (e.g. food, medicine) are not eligible for cover.
Eligibility
- Must be a current BNA member
- Open to all career stages
- Must have caring responsibilities
Preference will be given to: junior researchers, those with younger children, presenters or attendees with extenuating circumstances
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit:
- Contact and demographic details
- Info about the event and its benefit (max 200 words)
- Details of caring responsibilities
- Amount requested (up to £300)
- Budget explanation (max 200 words)
- Any special considerations (max 200 words)