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APA call for nominations and applications for its two distinguished awards

The Asian Population Association (APA) is pleased to announce the call for nominations and applications for its two distinguished awards: the APA Distinguished Scholar Award 2026 and the APA Emerging Scholar Award 2026.

These awards honor outstanding scholars whose research, leadership, and contributions have advanced the field of population studies, particularly in relation to Asia.

Submission Deadline:  15 September 2026

1. APA Distinguished Scholar Award 2026

Purpose: The APA Distinguished Scholar Award is the Association's highest honor, recognizing a scholar with a distinguished career and lifetime contributions to population studies, particularly in relation to Asia.

Eligibility: Open to established scholars with a substantial body of work and long-term impact. No restrictions on age or career stage.

Evaluation Criteria:

  • Sustained and influential contributions to population research on Asia
  • International recognition and academic leadership
  • Impact on policy, methodology, or theory
  • Mentorship and contributions to capacity building in Asia
  • Contributions to APA or other similar population associations

Nominations: The APA Distinguished Scholar Award Committee invites nominations from APA members for consideration. A nomination statement highlighting the candidate's distinguished scholarly contributions and impact on the field may be sent to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Award Components: Formal citation and plaque; Honorary lecture at the APA Conference or a special event (subject to feasibility).

2. APA Emerging Scholar Award 2026

Purpose: The APA Emerging Scholar Award recognizes outstanding contributions to population studies by a scholar at an early stage of their professional career.

Eligibility:

  • Within 7 years of receiving their PhD (or highest degree)
  • Based in Asia at the time of the award
  • Have spent at least 3 years in an Asian institution as an employee or postdoctoral fellow
  • Demonstrate a research focus on population issues relevant to Asia
  • APA membership is preferred but not essential

Evaluation Criteria:

  • Quality and originality of research
  • Contributions to the advancement of population studies
  • Publication record
  • Evidence of future promise and leadership in the field
  • Involvement with APA or other population associations

Nominations and Applications:

  • Any current APA member may nominate a candidate.
  • Self-nominations are welcome.
  • Each nomination/application should include:
    1. A statement (maximum two pages) describing the candidate's contributions and impact relevant to the award
    2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
    3. At least three significant publications authored by the candidate

Award Components: Certificate.

Submission Information

All nominations and applications must be submitted electronically by 15 September 2026. Submissions received after the deadline may not be considered.

Please send nominations/applications and supporting documents by email to:
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For inquiries, please contact Arisara Thongnopakun (APA Secretariat) at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.