2024 SID-United States Andrew E. Rice Award

Deadline: 9 Sep

Eligibility: Global

Description:  

The Rice Award is named for Andrew E. Rice, a visionary and founder of the Society for International Development (SID). Andy built SID into a major global network, established the first newsletter and journal on international development, and helped start a number of development initiatives, including the U.S. Peace Corps. He was a tireless advocate of promoting and mentoring youth in international development.

Building on Andy’s strong championship of young professionals in development, SID-US presents the Rice Award to a young professional who demonstrates leadership and innovation, as well as tremendous promise for advancement in the field of international development. Award recipients have committed to a career of service to those who are most in need, and will work towards sustainable, people-centered development.

The Rice Award will be presented at the 2024 Annual Dinner on November 13 in Washington, DC. While there will be only one winner, other notable candidates may be mentioned at the award presentation ceremony.

The award includes:

• an inscribed plaque;

• $1,000;

• a one-year honorary individual membership to SID-United States;

• and the opportunity to present your work at a SID-United States event.

Application Link: Apply here