The Trustees of the NCTE Research Foundation support projects that enhance the teaching and learning of language, literacy, and culture. They aim to fund research reflecting the diverse interests of the NCTE membership, including efforts to understand and improve various pedagogical, policy, and community aspects of literacy education.
The NCTE Research Foundation’s Cultivating New Voices among Scholars of Color (CNV) program focuses on providing two-year support, mentoring, and networking opportunities for early-career scholars of color. It is aimed at doctoral candidates and early-career postsecondary faculty of color. The program encourages these scholars to use their cultural and linguistic perspectives in their research endeavors. It offers an introduction to the research community, fostering interaction with established scholars and facilitating a rich exchange of ideas. Since its inception in 2000, CNV has supported over 150 scholars across twelve cohorts, assisting them in exploring issues in language, literacy, teacher education, English, and cultural studies. Fellows receive a $1,200 research stipend, along with travel and expenses for attending the NCTE Annual Conventions and CNV Spring Institutes over two years.