CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: PALH Leadership & Advocacy Conference Grants for Latino PA Students and PA-Cs
Posted 19 days ago in Announcements
The Physician Associates for Latino Health (PALH) is offering two grant opportunities to support Latino/a/e PA students and practicing PA-Cs with a strong commitment to advocacy, leadership, and health policy. The award helps offset the cost of attending the AAPA Leadership and Advocacy Summit (LAS) in Washington, DC.
LAS is a premier event designed to equip attendees with the tools to become effective advocates for the PA profession and the communities we serve.
Leadership and Advocacy Summit Details
Background:
The grant was created to honor the resilience, leadership, and advocacy potential within the Latino PA student community. Recognizing that Latino voices remain underrepresented in health policy conversations, this grant aims to empower future leaders who will champion equitable, culturally competent healthcare and systemic change.
GRANT 1: For PA Students
Grant Name: Leadership & Advocacy Grant for Latino PA Students
Award: Up to $1,500 per student
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Covers LAS registration and AAPA membership (if not a member) - paid directly by PALH.
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Remaining funds for travel, lodging, and related costs.
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Reimbursement requires receipts within 7 business days
Eligibility:
- Current PALH member
- Enrolled in an accredited U.S. PA program
- Must demonstrate an interest in leadership, policy, health equity, or advocacy and preferably be involved in a PALH committee.
- Has not previously received the LAS PALH scholarship
Application Requirements:
- Completed application form
- Short video (max 3 min) addressing:
- Your motivation for attending LAS
- How the experience will support your growth as a leader and advocate
- Your commitment to Latino communities or health equity
- Confirmation of PA program enrollment
- Written advisor approval (email) confirming that your attendance at LAS will not interfere with didactic or clinical rotation responsibilities.
- Candidate agrees to work within the Legislative committee to assist the PALH leadership to work on legislation or HOD related policy submissions.
Post-Event Requirements:
150–300 word summary of experience and what was learned.
At least one photo from the event (with appropriate consent), which may be used in future promotional materials by the organization
Receipts for reimbursement
GRANT 2: For AAPA/PALH Practicing PA-Cs
Grant Name: Leadership & Advocacy Grant for Latino PALH PA-C Members
Award: LAS registration fee (paid directly by PALH)
Eligibility:
- PALH member (Fellow or Sustaining)
- Involved in a PALH committee
- Must demonstrate an interest in leadership, policy, health equity, or advocacy and preferably be involved in a PALH committee.
- Has not previously received the LAS PALH scholarship
Application Requirements:
- Completed application form
- Short video (max 3 min) addressing:
- Your motivation for attending LAS
- How the experience will support your growth as a leader and advocate
- Your commitment to serving Latino communities or advancing health equity
- Written employer approval (email) confirming that your attendance at LAS will not interfere with work responsibilities
- Agrees to support/mentor the PALH LAS PA-Student award winner during the conference.
- Candidate agrees to work within the Legislative committee to assist the PALH leadership to work on legislation or HOD related policy submissions.
Post-Event Requirements:
- 150–300 word summary of experience and what was learned
- At least one photo from the event (with appropriate consent), which may be used in future promotional materials by the organization
Deadline: 7/31/2025
Questions? Contact: PALH Email
These grants are an excellent opportunity to grow as a leader and advocate for our communities.
Join us in advancing health equity and representation—apply today!