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Thrive and Flourish Fund (Track 1)
Mini-Grant Track Overview:
The Thrive and Flourish Fund is designed to alleviate financial burdens, allowing recipients to focus on personal and professional growth. This grant supports essential living expenses, childcare, and other personal costs, enabling individuals to pursue their goals without the hindrance of financial constraints.
Testimonial:
"I would like to send a heartfelt thank you to BWEEMS for supporting me with the Thrive and Flourish Fund! This blessing gave me peace of mind with housing this summer, along with the extra time to focus on my research and complete the final stage of my NAUI Instructor Training Course. The BWEEMS community has been an important safe space for me, creating a sense of belonging that keeps me pursuing marine science. I look forward to seeing where BWEEMS grows in the future and to giving back to this community."
Eco/Evo Catalyst Fund (Track 2)
Mini-Grant Track Overview:
The Eco/Evo Catalyst Fund supports innovative research in the fields of ecology and evolution. This grant offers vital resources for both terrestrial and freshwater studies, covering essential costs such as field research, laboratory supplies, and publication expenses. The fund aims to catalyze scientific discoveries and promote understanding of ecological systems.
Testimonial:
"Hello everyone, I’m Natália Medeiros, and I was awarded the Mini Grant – Track 2: Eco/Evo Catalyst Fund. When I applied, I didn’t imagine how deeply this support would affect me. Being recognized by the BWEEMS community made me feel seen as a scientist and reminded me that my work for Amazon conservation matters. For us Black women in science, this kind of support feels like someone saying, “You can do it, we’re with you.” There are days in academia when it’s hard to keep going, when it feels like our efforts are invisible. Receiving this grant shifted that feeling. It gave me confidence, belonging, and the certainty that I can go further. I’m grateful to be part of BWEEMS. This community lifts me up and gives me the strength to keep moving and to help open doors for other women who are walking this path too."
Pathways to Discovery Fund (Track 3)
Mini-Grant Track Overview:
The Pathways to Discovery Fund empowers recipients to advance their scientific careers by providing financial backing for various professional development opportunities. This includes funding for conference presentations, research publication, and skill enhancement through workshops, ensuring that individuals can take significant steps in their scientific journey.
Testimonial:
"Receiving the BWEEMS mini-grant was transformative for my upcoming 2026 Antarctic expedition. The support eased financial stress, allowing me to focus fully on preparing for my role as Submersible Science Team Lead and contributing to impactful ocean research. This grant brought me one step closer to what is not just a career milestone, but the result of years of dedication to advancing ocean exploration and science communication. Beyond the practical support, this grant affirmed the value of investing in early-career scientists and helped me take an important step toward amplifying underrepresented voices in ocean science. This expedition brings me closer to a lifelong dream: helping reimagine what leadership in ocean exploration looks like. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity and excited to share the impact of this experience with the BWEEMS community."
