SOGIE Scholarship Award FAQs
Do I have to submit a paper proposal through CSWE’s Cadmium platform to be considered for this award?
No. Proposal Submission (via Cadmium) is not required to be eligible for this award. CSWE will coordinate with the award winner to include their paper presentation in the final program book.
I am presenting a paper at the Annual Conference that has already been published in a journal. Is it eligible for the award?
Yes, it is. Previously published papers/manuscripts will be considered.
If I was awarded the SOGIE Scholarship Award in the past, am I eligible to apply for it again?
Papers authored by any recipients of the SOGIE (previously known as SOGE) Scholarship Award within the last 3 years will not be considered for the award.
Is there a page limit for the paper?
No; papers of any length will be considered as long as they meet the criteria for the award. Click here for the award criteria.
To whom do I submit the paper?
Papers are to be submitted using the Online Submittable Form.
What should I submit to be considered for the award?
To apply for this award, submit the following information:
- A copy of your scholarly paper as a Word document with all identifying information removed, including references to location and institutional affiliation.
- A letter about the impact of research conducted on social work education and practice related to LGBTQIA+ communities (2 pages max).
- Individuals who received this award within the last 3 years are ineligible for applying for the award.
Click here for the full submission criteria.
When is the deadline for submitting papers?
The call for nominations will close March 7, 2025 at 11:59 PM ET
When will the award be presented?
At least one author of the paper must attend the award presentation during the LGBT Caucus/CSOGIE Reception at the 2025 CSWE Annual Conference.
When will the winner be notified about the award?
Winners will be notified in late spring. Biographical information and photos of the winners will appear on the CSWE website and may be included in the final program, if space permits.
Who are the reviewers for the award?
Reviewers consist of members of the Council on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity and Expression (CSOGIE).
Will you consider a paper that does not address LGBTQIA+ issues?
No; the purpose of the SOGIE Scholarship Award is to recognize scholarship that addresses LGBTQIA+ issues and contributions made in this area.