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The Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Program in Buddhist Studies

Promoting the academic study of Buddhism and the dissemination of knowledge of Buddhism
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中文(繁) | 中文(简) | हिंदी |日本語 | 한국의 | ພາສາລາວ | Монгол хэл | नेपाली | ภาษาไทย | tiếng V iệt | မြန်မာ | ខ្មែរ | සිංහල

Launched in 2014, the Program in Buddhist Studies, administered by the American Council of Learned Societies, has promoted the academic study of Buddhism and the dissemination of knowledge of Buddhism through support for dissertations, research, and writing, and by assisting institutions to establish new, tenure-track teaching positions.  Annual symposia have fostered networks and knowledge sharing. 
 
The renewal of support for this program this year by The Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Global, marks a turning point in several respects.  In the coming three years (2021-24) ACLS will build on these initiatives and expand their reach. 

  • An explicit turn toward Asia to include Buddhist scholars and communities 
  • Enhancing the public spread of Buddhist values and insights through a Buddhism Public Fellows program 
  • Expanding the worldwide audience for Buddhist studies by supporting Fellows’ translations and publicly accessible scholarly writing 

These are global competitions. There are no restrictions as to the location of work proposed or the citizenship/residence of applicants. The final products of research may be in any language. However, all applications must be submitted in English. 
 
Buddhist studies engage Buddhist traditions as well as contemporary developments in many fields, including history, philosophy, archaeology, art history, anthropology, philology, and studies of religion. For the purpose of these competitions, Buddhist studies are defined broadly.  
 
The program will annually sponsor three types of workshops 

  • For recent dissertation Fellows to discuss work in progress with peers and senior scholars 
  • For early career scholars preparing manuscripts for publication 
  • For scholars in Asia for writing effective applications and articles for international publication 

All eligible scholars anywhere in the world are welcome to apply. 
 
The Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Program in Buddhist Studies, administered by ACLS, is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity as integral components of merit that enhance the scholarly enterprise. It is a priority of this program that cohorts of Fellows and grantees be broadly inclusive of different backgrounds, cultures, and any aspects that make one unique. In Buddhist studies we seek balance in regard to citizenship and university affiliation, as well as in languages, topics, Buddhist traditions, and locations of research. 

Opportunities & Deadlines

Name Type Due
Buddhism Public Scholars Fellowship

January 11, 2022

New Professorships in Buddhist Studies Grant

January 11, 2022

Dissertation Fellowships in Buddhist Studies Fellowship

November 15, 2021

Early Career Research Fellowships in Buddhist Studies Fellowship

November 15, 2021

Translation Grants in Buddhist Studies Grant

November 15, 2021

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Fellows’ Symposium in Buddhist Studies

In connection with the Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Program in Buddhist Studies, four symposia have been held to create a strong global community of Buddhist scholars who can find a dedicated space for sharing their scholarship, ideas, academic-career experiences, as well as collaborate on projects, and advance their field.

Read more about the annual fellows’ symposium in Buddhist Studies.
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