Society for Research in Child Development
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As reconciliation bill returns to House of Representatives, the evidence is clear - reducing health & social services harms children & their families. SRCD sent Congress a letter summarizing the research & urging them to protect key programs supporting children’s development. Read: bit.ly/4khZjib
Join SRCD next week for a timely webinar featuring Dr. Isaac Kamola, as we explore how recent policy & institutional developments are shaping the higher education & research landscape, & what these changes mean for scholars, students, & the research enterprise.
Register here: https://bit.ly/3OAiusN
Register here: https://bit.ly/3OAiusN
February 19, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Join SRCD next week for a timely webinar featuring Dr. Isaac Kamola, as we explore how recent policy & institutional developments are shaping the higher education & research landscape, & what these changes mean for scholars, students, & the research enterprise.
Register here: https://bit.ly/3OAiusN
Register here: https://bit.ly/3OAiusN
Join SRCD’s Teaching Committee for an engaging webinar, “Professors at Play” Playbook, led by Dr. Lisa Forbes, co-founder of the global Professors at Play movement. This session introduces Playful Pedagogy without sacrificing academic rigor.
Register here: https://bit.ly/3OnYqdb
Register here: https://bit.ly/3OnYqdb
February 19, 2026 at 5:17 PM
Join SRCD’s Teaching Committee for an engaging webinar, “Professors at Play” Playbook, led by Dr. Lisa Forbes, co-founder of the global Professors at Play movement. This session introduces Playful Pedagogy without sacrificing academic rigor.
Register here: https://bit.ly/3OnYqdb
Register here: https://bit.ly/3OnYqdb
SRCD wants to spotlight the SRCD Black Caucus and their Members. To learn more about Eleanor K. Seaton and her work visit our SRCD Member spotlight webpage here: https://www.srcd.org/news/member-spotlight-eleanor-k-seaton-ph-d
February 19, 2026 at 5:12 PM
SRCD wants to spotlight the SRCD Black Caucus and their Members. To learn more about Eleanor K. Seaton and her work visit our SRCD Member spotlight webpage here: https://www.srcd.org/news/member-spotlight-eleanor-k-seaton-ph-d
Congratulations to Dr. Jamilah Silver, recipient of the 2025 Victoria S. Levin Award for Early Career Success in Young Children’s Mental Health Research! Read more here: https://bit.ly/4avKsid
February 17, 2026 at 7:02 PM
Congratulations to Dr. Jamilah Silver, recipient of the 2025 Victoria S. Levin Award for Early Career Success in Young Children’s Mental Health Research! Read more here: https://bit.ly/4avKsid
SRCD wants to spotlight the SRCD Black Caucus and their Members. To learn more about Elan C. Hope and her work visit our SRCD Member spotlight webpage here: https://www.srcd.org/news/member-spotlight-elan-c-hope-ph-d
February 12, 2026 at 5:11 PM
SRCD wants to spotlight the SRCD Black Caucus and their Members. To learn more about Elan C. Hope and her work visit our SRCD Member spotlight webpage here: https://www.srcd.org/news/member-spotlight-elan-c-hope-ph-d
SRCD wants to spotlight the SRCD Black Caucus and their Members. To learn more about Channing J. Mathews and her work visit our SRCD Member spotlight webpage here: https://www.srcd.org/news/member-spotlight-channing-j-mathews-ph-d
February 6, 2026 at 5:53 PM
SRCD wants to spotlight the SRCD Black Caucus and their Members. To learn more about Channing J. Mathews and her work visit our SRCD Member spotlight webpage here: https://www.srcd.org/news/member-spotlight-channing-j-mathews-ph-d
Academic freedom is the foundation for strong science and evidence-based policy. Join SRCD for a webinar exploring the current landscape on academic freedom and what it means for the future of science. Register here: https://bit.ly/4tpFefh
February 5, 2026 at 8:44 PM
Academic freedom is the foundation for strong science and evidence-based policy. Join SRCD for a webinar exploring the current landscape on academic freedom and what it means for the future of science. Register here: https://bit.ly/4tpFefh
We’re excited to launch three new complimentary professional development courses for authors, reviewers, and editors, created with support from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Start learning today: https://www.srcd.org/resources/courses
#SRCD #RepresentativeDevelopmentalScience #RWJF
#SRCD #RepresentativeDevelopmentalScience #RWJF
February 3, 2026 at 9:28 PM
We’re excited to launch three new complimentary professional development courses for authors, reviewers, and editors, created with support from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Start learning today: https://www.srcd.org/resources/courses
#SRCD #RepresentativeDevelopmentalScience #RWJF
#SRCD #RepresentativeDevelopmentalScience #RWJF
SRCD celebrates the voices that have shaped our history and continue to impact our future. Happy Black History Month! https://www.srcd.org/blackcaucus/home
February 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM
SRCD celebrates the voices that have shaped our history and continue to impact our future. Happy Black History Month! https://www.srcd.org/blackcaucus/home
With the federal funding deadline approaching on Jan. 30th, a federal government shutdown could disrupt programs that support children, families, & federal research. Find out what you should do if you have a federal research grant & how SRCD advocates on behalf of our members: https://bit.ly/4ru2qat
January 30, 2026 at 8:56 PM
With the federal funding deadline approaching on Jan. 30th, a federal government shutdown could disrupt programs that support children, families, & federal research. Find out what you should do if you have a federal research grant & how SRCD advocates on behalf of our members: https://bit.ly/4ru2qat
We’re excited to share that SRCD has received a new grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation! This support will help expand peer reviewer training and build linguistically trained review capacity—furthering SRCD’s commitment to a more equitable scientific community. https://bit.ly/3McQpaa
January 28, 2026 at 5:14 PM
We’re excited to share that SRCD has received a new grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation! This support will help expand peer reviewer training and build linguistically trained review capacity—furthering SRCD’s commitment to a more equitable scientific community. https://bit.ly/3McQpaa
With recent reports on immigration enforcement, SRCD has shared research with federal lawmakers showing how raids traumatize children, families, and communities. The science is clear: family separation and detention cause lasting harm. Read here: https://bit.ly/4q4rbJc
January 28, 2026 at 5:13 PM
With recent reports on immigration enforcement, SRCD has shared research with federal lawmakers showing how raids traumatize children, families, and communities. The science is clear: family separation and detention cause lasting harm. Read here: https://bit.ly/4q4rbJc
January is #NationalMentoringMonth, and at SRCD we are proud to celebrate the power of mentorship in shaping the future of developmental science. The Horowitz Early Career Scholars Program provides educational and professional development for scholars underrepresented. https://bit.ly/4bl65Tc
January 26, 2026 at 6:28 PM
January is #NationalMentoringMonth, and at SRCD we are proud to celebrate the power of mentorship in shaping the future of developmental science. The Horowitz Early Career Scholars Program provides educational and professional development for scholars underrepresented. https://bit.ly/4bl65Tc
Join SRCD for a special webinar honoring Dr. Frances Degen Horowitz. We’ll celebrate her lifelong commitment to educational access and introduce the Frances Degen Horowitz Early Career Scholars Fund, supporting the scholarship of tomorrow’s leaders. https://bit.ly/4qy88YD
January 15, 2026 at 4:53 PM
Join SRCD for a special webinar honoring Dr. Frances Degen Horowitz. We’ll celebrate her lifelong commitment to educational access and introduce the Frances Degen Horowitz Early Career Scholars Fund, supporting the scholarship of tomorrow’s leaders. https://bit.ly/4qy88YD
SRCD announces Kent Mitchell as the Director for Policy! His leadership will strengthen advocacy and policy programs that improve outcomes for children and families.
Full story: bit.ly/49hx6W2
#SRCD #PolicyLeadership #ChildDevelopment
Full story: bit.ly/49hx6W2
#SRCD #PolicyLeadership #ChildDevelopment
January 12, 2026 at 7:08 PM
SRCD announces Kent Mitchell as the Director for Policy! His leadership will strengthen advocacy and policy programs that improve outcomes for children and families.
Full story: bit.ly/49hx6W2
#SRCD #PolicyLeadership #ChildDevelopment
Full story: bit.ly/49hx6W2
#SRCD #PolicyLeadership #ChildDevelopment
Last call! Applications for SRCD’s U.S. Policy Fellowship program close TODAY! Explore a career in child and family policy while receiving financial and professional development support. Apply before it’s too late. Deadline to apply is January 6th, 2026, 11:59pm E.T. https://bit.ly/3QuguQq
January 6, 2026 at 3:21 PM
Last call! Applications for SRCD’s U.S. Policy Fellowship program close TODAY! Explore a career in child and family policy while receiving financial and professional development support. Apply before it’s too late. Deadline to apply is January 6th, 2026, 11:59pm E.T. https://bit.ly/3QuguQq
Last call! Applications for SRCD’s U.S. Policy Fellowship program close THIS TUESDAY! Explore a career in child and family policy while receiving financial and professional development support. Apply before it’s too late. Deadline to apply is January 6th, 2026, 11:59pm E.T. https://bit.ly/3QuguQq
January 2, 2026 at 11:14 PM
Last call! Applications for SRCD’s U.S. Policy Fellowship program close THIS TUESDAY! Explore a career in child and family policy while receiving financial and professional development support. Apply before it’s too late. Deadline to apply is January 6th, 2026, 11:59pm E.T. https://bit.ly/3QuguQq
Wishing you warmth and joy this festive season! Happy Holidays from all of us at SRCD!
December 22, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Wishing you warmth and joy this festive season! Happy Holidays from all of us at SRCD!
Two Weeks Left! SRCD U.S. Policy Fellowship applications close soon! Don't miss your chance to join the 2026-2027 cohort and help advance evidence-based policymaking. Deadline to apply is January 6th, 2026, 11:59pm E.T. https://bit.ly/3QuguQq
December 22, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Two Weeks Left! SRCD U.S. Policy Fellowship applications close soon! Don't miss your chance to join the 2026-2027 cohort and help advance evidence-based policymaking. Deadline to apply is January 6th, 2026, 11:59pm E.T. https://bit.ly/3QuguQq
Applications for the 2025 Victoria S. Levin Award (up to $25,000) are due January 9th, 2026 by 11:59 p.m EDT. View eligibility and submission requirements here: https://bit.ly/4aSfl0A
December 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Applications for the 2025 Victoria S. Levin Award (up to $25,000) are due January 9th, 2026 by 11:59 p.m EDT. View eligibility and submission requirements here: https://bit.ly/4aSfl0A
SRCD’s Social Policy Report has been renamed Child Policy Nexus (CPN), reflecting the publication's focus on providing comprehensive, non-partisan reviews for policymakers. CPN will continue publishing 3-4 times per year & welcomes topic proposals year-round. https://bit.ly/4iTWAMf
December 11, 2025 at 8:00 PM
SRCD’s Social Policy Report has been renamed Child Policy Nexus (CPN), reflecting the publication's focus on providing comprehensive, non-partisan reviews for policymakers. CPN will continue publishing 3-4 times per year & welcomes topic proposals year-round. https://bit.ly/4iTWAMf
Interested in advancing developmental science in Congress? There’s still time to apply for SRCD’s Congressional Placement! Fellows spend a year on Capitol Hill, using their expertise to assess legislation, advise on policy, and draft bills. Learn more today: https://bit.ly/3QuguQq
December 11, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Interested in advancing developmental science in Congress? There’s still time to apply for SRCD’s Congressional Placement! Fellows spend a year on Capitol Hill, using their expertise to assess legislation, advise on policy, and draft bills. Learn more today: https://bit.ly/3QuguQq
The call for submissions deadline is tomorrow, Dec. 11th, 2025! Submissions may focus on identity development, health & wellbeing, education, families, policy, civic participation w/ an emphasis on intersectionality, innovation, & actionable science. Apply here: https://bit.ly/49pHk7a
December 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The call for submissions deadline is tomorrow, Dec. 11th, 2025! Submissions may focus on identity development, health & wellbeing, education, families, policy, civic participation w/ an emphasis on intersectionality, innovation, & actionable science. Apply here: https://bit.ly/49pHk7a
Donate to support SRCD Events! By contributing to this fund, it helps SRCD provide meaningful spaces and opportunities for our members to come together for child development research. This #GivingTuesday, your donations will help continue this important work. Will you join us? https://bit.ly/4pB1mka
December 2, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Donate to support SRCD Events! By contributing to this fund, it helps SRCD provide meaningful spaces and opportunities for our members to come together for child development research. This #GivingTuesday, your donations will help continue this important work. Will you join us? https://bit.ly/4pB1mka
Caucuses of SRCD support the goal of integrating diversity in the broader Society. Donate directly to one of SRCD's Caucuses to help support their missions. This #GivingTuesday, your donations will help us support and continue this important work. Will you join us? https://bit.ly/4pB1mka
December 2, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Caucuses of SRCD support the goal of integrating diversity in the broader Society. Donate directly to one of SRCD's Caucuses to help support their missions. This #GivingTuesday, your donations will help us support and continue this important work. Will you join us? https://bit.ly/4pB1mka