Ottawa, February 22, 2024
CMA introduces 2024 National Conference EDI&A Bursary
The Canadian Museums Association (CMA) is excited to announce a designated 2024 National Conference Bursary for members of equity deserving groups who might not otherwise be able to afford to attend.
As recognized in the CMA’s recent Workplace Diversity Survey, the museum sector does face inequity through representation and wage distribution. This bursary was developed to help reduce economic barriers and promote equitable professional development opportunities for marginalized individuals within the sector. It has been made possible thanks to the CMA’s generous donors, including a contribution from the funds of the now dissolved Museums Foundation.
“This bursary allows us to support cultural workers and remove financial challenges that equity groups experience in accessing professional development and networking opportunities to advance their careers,” said Janis Monture, CMA’s Executive Director & CEO.
To contribute to this great initiative, consider making a donation.
To be eligible for the bursary, individuals need to:
- Be a member of the Canadian Museums Association;
- Identify with one (or more) equity-deserving groups, including: Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, LGBTQIA2S+ and/or New Canadians;
- Have financial challenges that impede their ability to attend national conference without assistance.
Bursary recipients will receive full funding towards a 2024 National Conference registration in the form of a complimentary registration. Please note that this dedicated bursary covers registration fees only. For travel assistance, a second application will have to be made to the CMA Conference Bursary program.
How to Apply:
To apply, complete the Bursary Application Form along with providing the supporting materials as follows:
- Completed application form
- Learning objectives
- Employer/institution letter of support
- Résumé
- Job description
Send completed applications to bursaries@museums.ca. Note that applications will not be assessed until all supporting documents are received. Due to limited funds available the applications will be processed on a first come first served basis.
Deadline date for applications: March 22, 2024 at 4PM EST or until program reaches capacity. For further information around the bursary please contact: bursaries@museums.ca
Bursary-specific definitions:
Indigenous: Individuals who self-identify as First Nations, Métis or Inuit.
Visible minorities: Persons, other than Indigenous peoples, who are non-Caucasian in race or non-white in colour.
Persons with disabilities: Individuals with disabilities as people who have physical, mental or learning conditions with long-term, temporary or varying effects that may be apparent or not.
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