Purpose
The Section 21 program, mandated by the Rehabilitation Act, requires NIDILRR to set aside one percent of its annual appropriations to address traditionally underserved populations. It focuses on research capacity building for minority entities, such as Historically Black Colleges and Universities and institutions, serving primarily Hispanic, Asian, and American Indian or Alaska Native students, and non-minority entities with an interest in improving understanding about the needs and outcomes of individuals with disabilities from minority populations.
How to Apply
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Eligible applicants are institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations, other organizations and/or agencies.
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View a list of NIDILRR funding opportunities and application kits.
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As a rough guideline, check the preceding link between October and April every year.
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View the Guide to Applying for some helpful application tips.
Highlights
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Program activities include assisting minority entities with networking that supports enhanced collaboration between minority entities and non-minority entities, and the exchange of expertise and advanced training across program areas.
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NIDILRR's Section 21 program includes grants from across NIDILRR's other grant funding mechanisms, i.e., Rehabilitation Research and Training Centers, Advanced Rehabilitation Research and Training centers, Field-Initiated Projects.
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2020-2021 Section 21 Full-Text Publications available in REHABDATA
Contact
Contact Shelley Reeves at NIDILRR if you have questions about the Section 21 Program.