2024 IGNITE Program - Apply by October 1
The Association for Applied Sport Psychology's Diversity Committee is pleased to announce the call for applications for the 2024 IGNITE Program. IGNITE will occur virtually on the mornings of November 2 and November 3. The IGNITE Virtual Forum will consist of bi-monthly mentoring workshops held throughout the 2025 calendar year.
The IGNITE Program is a leadership program for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) students and early career professionals from traditionally marginalized communities (e.g., LGBTQ+, race, ethnicity, class, gender, ability, and religion). The program will offer attendees a personal and professional development experience that will help support their career development in sport and sport psychology. Specifically, program attendees can expect the following:
- Discuss career goals and learn about ways to increase professional opportunities
- Network with emerging leaders in sport
- Build a supportive network of diverse professionals in sport
- Develop and hone leadership skills
- Learn and build skills for navigating the sport profession
Applicant Criteria
- Eligible applicants must identify as a racial and/or ethnic minority or from a traditionally marginalized community (e.g., LGBTQ+, race, ethnicity, class, gender, ability, and religion)
- Must be a student currently enrolled full-time in a Psychology, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or Sport Science program or a closely related major; or be an early career professional who is 1-2 years post-graduation
- Career aspirations include research or practice in sport such as working in clinical practice/consulting, academia, and/or other leadership positions in sport
- Willingness to attend the virtual 2024 IGNITE Institute and bi-monthly IGNITE Virtual Forum mentoring workshops for one year (i.e., attend the IGNITE Institute + 4 more workshops)
How to Apply
Interested persons must submit a completed IGNITE application and supporting application materials as outlined on the application to AASP Diversity Committee Chair, Dr. Hannah Bennett at hrbennett4@gmail.com on or before Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 11:59m (EST). Space is limited, and seats will be filled as intent to attend is expressed.
