The American Academy of Religion, a member of the International Association for the History of Religions, has issued a Request for Proposal for its Collaborative International Research Grants competition.

The annual program awards grants of up to $5,000 to support generative research collaborations between and among scholars located in different geographical regions who wish to pursue focused, joint projects in any area of the study of religion. Preference will be given to creative projects grounded in international research relationships that bring together scholars from disparate backgrounds and methodological approaches to advance critical research on and understanding of religious traditions, practices, and issues. Grant funding may be used for a variety of project expenses. Junior as well as more established scholars are encouraged to apply, as are independent scholars.

To be eligible, at least one scholar on the research team must be a current member in good standing of the AAR and have been so for the preceding two years; the other participant(s) is expected to be a member in good standing of IAHR national or regional associations. In addition, grant recipients must maintain AAR membership throughout the grant period.

For complete program guidelines and application instructions, see the American Academy of Religion website.