Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Education and Workforce Development

Type
Funding
Organization
USDA, NIFA
Description

Deadline Passed 07/19/2018. Deadline Unknown for 2019. The Agriculture and Food Research Initiative - Education and Workforce Development (EWD) (formerly the Food, Agriculture, Natural Resources and Human Sciences Education and Literacy Initiative, or ELI) focuses on developing the next generation of research, education, and extension professionals in the food and agricultural sciences. In FY 2018, EWD invites applications in four areas: professional development opportunities for K-14 teachers and education professionals; training of undergraduate students in research and extension; fellowships for predoctoral candidates; and fellowships for postdoctoral scholars. See EWD Request for Applications for specific details.

Funding Amount
up to $500,000
Matching Funds
Yes
Geography
Eligibility
1994 Land-Grant Institutions and Native American Tribal Organizations (not Federally recognized Tribal Governments) are included in eligibilty
Contact Information
Ray A. Ali
Position/Title:National Program Leader
Office:Division of Community and Education
Email:rali@nifa.usda.gov (link sends e-mail)
Location:4443 Waterfront Centre
Phone Number:(202) 720-2727