The Center for Economic Justice and Action (CEJA) seeks proposals that advances our understanding of students’ basic needs and identifies effective strategies and programs for addressing them. Within the UC system, “basic needs” encompasses “an ecosystem that supports financial stability by ensuring equitable access to nutritious and sufficient food; safe, secure and adequate housing; health care to promote sustained mental and physical well-being; affordable transportation; resources for personal hygiene care; and emergency needs for students with dependents.” Ensuring equitable access for all students in the UC system is important to the university’s mission. Visit the application homepage to see the full list of research studies that will be given priority. Questions can be sent to the Center for Economic Justice and Action at ceja@ucsc.edu.
Award Amount and Details
- $100,000 will be awarded to high impact proposals
- Any unused funds remaining at the end of the award period must be returned to the Center for Economic Justice and Action (CEJA)
Deadlines and Date Information
Award decisions will be announced in early June 2025
Eligibility Information
- Proposals from any discipline can be submitted, including fields in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and public health.
- All UC faculty and professional research staff with principal investigator status are eligible to apply.
