{"id":245279,"date":"2026-08-25T05:43:14","date_gmt":"2026-08-25T05:43:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cyprusconferences.org\/issre2026\/?page_id=245279"},"modified":"2026-08-25T06:43:00","modified_gmt":"2026-08-25T06:43:00","slug":"student-diversity-and-inclusion","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cyprusconferences.org\/issre2026\/student-diversity-and-inclusion\/","title":{"rendered":"Student Diversity and Inclusion Grant"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.26.0&#8243; background_enable_image=&#8221;off&#8221; background_blend=&#8221;luminosity&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;32px||10px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][dsm_text_divider header=&#8221;Student Diversity &#038; Inclusion Grants&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.8&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_level=&#8221;h1&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/dsm_text_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;|auto|-11px|auto||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;4px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.8&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||6px|||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;17px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>ISSRE 2026 offers grants for students from underrepresented groups to attend. A unique chance to join the conference on software reliability.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Application Deadline:<\/strong> September 10<br \/><strong>Notification Date:<\/strong> September 20<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/forms.gle\/QvvMuMb1mEJhYhva8&#8243; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;Apply Here&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.8&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||-1px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.8&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||6px|||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;17px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Direct link:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/QvvMuMb1mEJhYhva8\">https:\/\/forms.gle\/QvvMuMb1mEJhYhva8<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.8&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||6px|||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;17px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>The International Symposium on Software Reliability Engineering (ISSRE 2026) is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in the research community. In this sense, we are pleased to announce the availability of two (2) grant opportunities for students.<\/p>\n<p>We encourage participation from underrepresented groups and diverse institutions across all geographical regions. Women, minorities, early graduate students, those who have limited financial resources and first-time conference attendees are especially encouraged to apply. These grants will enable sharing scientific information and stimulating research interests for (specially, young) researchers in the field who might otherwise be unable to attend the conference.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.8&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||6px|||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;17px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Grant Details<\/h3>\n<p><b>Financial Aid<\/b><\/p>\n<p>US$ 500 to help cover travel and\/or accommodation costs (IEEE CS (TC Finance) will distribute the funds directly to the awardees).<\/p>\n<p>Should additional funding become available within the conference budget, further travel grants may be awarded. In that event, additional recipients will be selected according to the original applicant ranking.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.8&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||6px|||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;17px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Eligibility requirements<\/h3>\n<p>The student applicant must be a full-time student registered toward a Bachelor&#8217;s, Masters&#8217;, or PhD degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field in a college or university when submitting their applications.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Priority will be given to students who:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Have limited financial resources;<\/li>\n<li>Belong to groups historically underrepresented in computing (e.g., by gender, geographic region, socioeconomic background);<\/li>\n<li>Are involved in activities that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in their communities;<\/li>\n<li>Will attend the conference for the first time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.8&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||6px|||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;17px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>How to apply<\/h3>\n<p>Applications should be submitted, in English, only through the online form, including:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Motivation letter (maximum of one page) describing academic interests, your motivation to attend ISSRE 2026, title and authors of paper presenting at ISSRE 2026 (if applicable), engagement in community activities or diversity-related initiatives and the expected benefit of attending the conference;<\/li>\n<li>A short CV (maximum of two pages); the document should include Name, a\ufb03liation, address, study level (PhD, MS, or undergraduate), academic experience and achievements;<\/li>\n<li>A letter of support. This is a reference letter from the applicant\u2019s supervisor and should include a confirmation of the applicant\u2019s academic standing, the strengths and contributions of the applicant and, confirm\/explain the financial needs for the applicant to attend the conference.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.8&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;17px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Evaluation criteria<\/h3>\n<p>We will use the following evaluation criteria:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Underrepresented Identity (self-declared with follow-up validation);<\/li>\n<li>Expected impact of attending the conference<\/li>\n<li>Socioeconomic Need (financial statement + supporting documentation);<\/li>\n<li>Contribution &amp; Engagement (community activities or diversity-related initiatives);<\/li>\n<li>Letter of Recommendation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>A diverse review committee, lead by the Diversity &amp; Inclusion Chair, will evaluate the submissions. The committee members will represent an underrepresented group. Reviewers will be provided with a brief guide on the evaluation criteria to ensure fairness and reduce bias.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Incomplete applications will not be considered.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.8&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Non-Discrimination Policy<\/h3>\n<p>IEEE is committed to the principle that all persons shall have equal access to programs, facilities, services, and employment without regard to personal characteristics not related to ability, performance, or qualifications as determined by IEEE policy and\/or applicable laws. For more information on the IEEE policy visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ieee.org\/about\/corporate\/governance\/p9-26\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.8&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Important dates<\/h3>\n<p>Applicants should fill and submit the following form. Please make sure to use your professional email address and current a\ufb03liation, don&#8217;t forget to hit &#8216;submit&#8217; once done.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Application Deadline:<\/strong> September 10<br \/><strong>Notification Date:<\/strong> September 20<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0Apply here: <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/QvvMuMb1mEJhYhva8\">https:\/\/forms.gle\/QvvMuMb1mEJhYhva8<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.8&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4>Diversity &amp; Inclusion Chair<\/h4>\n<p>If you have a question, please contact the Diversity &amp; Inclusion Chair, Eleni Constantinou (constantinou.a.eleni[a]ucy.ac.cy)<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"et_pb_module dsm_text_divider dsm_text_divider_0\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"et_pb_module_inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm-text-divider-wrapper dsm-text-divider-align-center et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm-text-divider-before dsm-divider\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"dsm-text-divider-header et_pb_module_header\"><span>Student Diversity &#038; Inclusion Grants<\/span><\/h1>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm-text-divider-after dsm-divider\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>ISSRE 2026 offers grants for students from underrepresented groups to attend. A unique chance to join the conference on software reliability. Application Deadline: September 10Notification Date: September 20Direct link: https:\/\/forms.gle\/QvvMuMb1mEJhYhva8\u00a0The International Symposium on Software Reliability Engineering (ISSRE 2026) is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in the research community. In this sense, we are pleased to announce the availability of two (2) grant opportunities for students. We encourage participation from underrepresented groups and diverse institutions across all geographical regions. Women, minorities, early graduate students, those who have limited financial resources and first-time conference attendees are especially encouraged to apply. 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