Organisation Name:

Conflict Research Society (CRS)

Application Deadline:

1 November 2025

About Organisation

The Conflict Research Society (CRS) is an international community of scholars and practitioners dedicated to advancing the study and practice of peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and international relations. Founded in 1963, CRS fosters interdisciplinary dialogue and promotes research that deepens the understanding of conflict dynamics and supports effective strategies for peace. Through conferences, publications, and grant programs, CRS nurtures emerging researchers and connects academic inquiry with policy and practice.
One of its key initiatives, the Sydney Bailey Fund, continues the legacy of Dr. Sydney Bailey, a distinguished peace advocate and scholar who contributed significantly to global disarmament and human rights discourse. The Fund embodies CRS’s mission to empower the next generation of researchers exploring innovative approaches to peace, justice, and conflict transformation. By supporting PhD students from around the world, CRS aims to strengthen research capacity, elevate diverse perspectives, and build a global network committed to fostering lasting peace through evidence-based scholarship.

About the Grant

The Sydney Bailey Fund 2025, offered by the Conflict Research Society (CRS), provides grants of up to £1,000 to PhD students conducting research in peace and conflict studies. The funding is intended to support essential research activities such as fieldwork travel, data collection, or hiring research assistance. However, it does not cover costs related to conference attendance or equipment purchases.
Preference is given to applicants who lack institutional or external funding and those who have participated in CRS events or conferences. Awardees will have the opportunity to present their research at the CRS Annual Conference and contribute to the society’s knowledge-sharing initiatives by recording a short video or podcast about their work.
This grant aligns with CRS’s vision of promoting world-class, socially relevant research that advances peace and conflict resolution. By offering targeted financial support, the Sydney Bailey Fund ensures that talented doctoral researchers—especially those with limited resources—can complete impactful projects that contribute to academic and policy understanding of global peace and security.

Who can Apply?

Applications are open to PhD students of any nationality whose research focuses on peace and conflict studies or related disciplines. Eligible candidates should be enrolled in a recognised doctoral program and demonstrate that their proposed research activities directly support their dissertation objectives.
The grant specifically supports activities such as travel for fieldwork, research assistance, or data collection. Applications for conference attendance, accommodation for events, or the purchase of research equipment will not be considered.
Applicants must provide the following documents in PDF format:

Curriculum vitae (CV)
A 200-word abstract summarising the PhD project
A 1,000-word research proposal outlining objectives and methods
A 200-word statement describing how the grant will support their research
A detailed budget of the requested funds
A supervisor’s statement confirming lack of other funding
A note on any past participation in CRS events
Applications should be emailed with the subject line: “Sydney Bailey Fund: [Your Name]”. Preference is given to those without external financial support and to previous CRS conference attendees.

How to Apply?

To apply, submit all required documents in PDF format via email with the subject line “Sydney Bailey Fund: [Your Name].” Include a CV, research abstract, proposal, supervisor’s statement, and detailed budget. The selection committee will assess academic merit, project relevance, and need for financial support. Successful applicants will be notified within a month and must provide proof of PhD enrolment before funds are released.

Application Deadline

The Sydney Bailey Fund 2025 application deadline is 1 November 2025. All successful candidates will be informed within a month, with funds to be used before March 2026.