2026 Karla Jay Prize for Emerging Writers in Gender and Sexuality Studies
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The prize recognizes an individual with an emerging career in Gender and Sexuality Studies research, writing, and publication. The winner will receive a cash prize of $1,500.
Eligibility
In order to be considered for the award, the applicant must:
- submit a 1-page personal statement, bio of up to 300 words, and a writing sample.
- meet the prize's definition of "emerging" (see below)
Additional Information
The award is for a writer, not a specific title.
“Emerging” is here defined as having authored and published fewer than two (2) substantial works of greater than 40,000 words on the topic or earning less than 20% of annual income from publication, promotions, or speaking engagements on gender studies.