Society for Research in Child Development

As the reconciliation bill now returns to the U.S. House of Representatives, the evidence is clear on how reducing health and social services harms children and their families. SRCD sent a letter to the Congress summarizing the research and urging them to protect key programs…

💙 SRCD is piloting a new mentoring program for early and mid-career members, led by Emeritus Members. Mentors will provide guidance, foster professional growth, and expand mentees’ networks in a mutually enriching experience. 💙 Mentors will help select mentees and meet…

(Post 2 of 2) SRCD would like to thank all the mentors and scholars who participated in the 2025 cohort in-person orientation for the Towards 2044: Horowitz Early Career Scholars Program. #professionaldevelopment

(1of 2) SRCD would like to thank all the mentors and scholars who participated in the 2025 cohort in-person orientation for the Towards 2044: Horowitz Early Career Scholars Program

Although #PrideMonth2025 is coming to a close, we will continue to celebrate LGBTQ+ scholars and the importance of inclusive #childdevelopment research. Check out SRCD's Pride Month Virtual Issue to read some of this research: bit.ly/44ntsGe

As U.S. Congress works on the FY26 budget, cuts to research funding and potential elimination of programs supporting children and families are on the table. Stay informed and join COSSA’s webinar on what’s at stake and how researchers can engage. When? June 26th, 2pm EST. To…

📅Save the date for SRCD’s first-ever Child Policy Connect Hill Day being held on July 29th through July 31st. If you’re interested in learning more or participating, please visit bit.ly/CPCinDC before June 25th #ChildPolicyConnect #SRCDHillDay #ScienceMatters

🏳️‍🌈At SRCD, we celebrate the contributions of LGBTQ+ scholars and the importance of inclusive child development research. Through caucuses like SOGIE, we’re committed to advancing knowledge that uplifts all children and families. This #PrideMonth we are excited to highlight some…

Happy Juneteenth! Today, we celebrate the freedom of all Black Americans. Let's take time to learn from, reflect on, and honor this important day in history #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #BlackHistory

Today- @SCOTUS decision in “United States v. Skrmetti” goes against the scientific evidence: access to gender affirming care and other supportive policies protect transgender and gender-diverse youth from serious mental health risks. Read our Child Policy Briefs on “Gender…

SRCD Members: Today at 2pm SRCD’s Coalition Partner, @aaas is hosting a webinar on the fiscal year 2026 federal budget & what’s a stake for science. Join + learn more about the current political climate & sharing your story w/federal lawmakers. Register: bit.ly/43YA65F

Child Development Doctoral Students! Apply for up to $2,000 in dissertation research support from SRCD Student & Early Career Council (SECC) 2025 Dissertation Funding Award! ✅ Deadline: 6/9/2025 11:59pm ET ✅ 10 awards avail. for SRCD student members bit.ly/3Hr3biG

We’re honored to highlight Dr. Ekjyot K. Saini for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Read her profile to learn about why she joined the @SRCDasiancaucus! bit.ly/4jmNnuq