The PAEA ED&I Committee is committed to expanding access, representation, and belonging within visual arts and design education. Through this conference grant opportunity, PAEA seeks to support educators whose experiences and perspectives contribute to a more inclusive and equitable arts education community.

This grant is intended to reduce financial barriers to participation in the PAEA 2026 Conference and encourage greater engagement in professional learning, networking, and leadership opportunities. Priority consideration will be given to first-time conference attendees.

PAEA will award up to 2 grants.

Benefits

• Complimentary registration to the PAEA Conference (If recipient(s) already registered for the conference, PAEA will reimburse the payee(s)

• One-year PAEA/NAEA membership

• Reimbursement of up to $250 for eligible travel and lodging expenses associated with conference attendance (receipts required)