Funding for projects which promote science engagement in under-represented groups.
British Science Week (BSW) is an annual programme of science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM) events and activities that takes place across the UK in March each year.
The British Science Association offers grants to UK community groups that work directly with audiences who are traditionally under-represented and currently not engaged in science activity, including:
- People from ethnic minorities.
- People with low socio-economic status (SES), including people disadvantaged in terms of education and income.
- People with a physical or mental condition or impairment.
- People living in a remote and rural location, defined as settlements of less than 10,000 people.
- Girls and women.
Applications from special educational needs, additional support needs, hospital and supplementary schools, as well as English as a Second Language groups are welcome.
Two levels of grants are available:
- £500 grants to run one or more events during British Science Week.
- £1,000 grants to run one or more events during British Science Week, as well as follow-up activities that will lead to continued engagement after British Science Week.
Examples of eligible events and activities include, but are not limited to:
- Sports science sessions with football and rugby clubs.
- Community-created science exhibitions in places of worship, community gardens, libraries and pubs.
- Community-led research projects and experiments with youth clubs and groups with special educational needs.
- Scientifically-informed theatre productions and art activities.
- Activity packs and pre-recorded videos.
Digital and hybrid physical/digital activities can be supported.
The fund will open on 21 September 2022 and close on 7 November 2022.
How To Apply
The fund will be open from 21 September 2022 to 7 November 2022.
Guidelines and an online application form are available on the British Science Week website.
Contact the British Science Association for further information.