Distinguished Career Contributions to Science Award

About this program

The Society of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology (SCCAP), Division 53, offers an annual Distinguished Career Contributions to Science Award recognizing exceptional scientific achievements and research contributions in clinical child and adolescent psychology, with recipients receiving a $500 stipend, plaque, and potential travel funding to present at SCCAP-sponsored conferences. Nominees must be SCCAP Division 53 members for at least one year, be domiciled in the United States, and cannot be current elected board members; self-nominations are accepted. Applicants should submit a single PDF containing a nomination letter detailing the nominee's exemplary contributions and impact, a current CV, and optional supporting materials by the February 21 deadline. Contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the field are particularly encouraged.