Runnin' for Research Advocacy Award Application

2026 Runnin’ for Research Advocacy Awards 

The American Headache Society will award up to two Runnin’ for Research Advocacy Awards to attend either the 68th Annual Scientific Meeting, June 4-7, 2026 at the Orlando World Center Marriott in Orlando, FL, or the 2026 Scottsdale Headache Symposium, December 3-6, 2025 at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa in Scottsdale, AZ.

Recipients will receive complimentary meeting registration and a one-year AHS Trainee membership if not already a member of AHS, or a one-year extension of their existing AHS Trainee membership and a stipend up to $2,000 for reimbursement of eligible travel expenses as noted on the recipient acceptance letter.

Criteria for selection are based on:

  • Any neurology resident may apply with preference given to applicants from cities involved in Miles for Migraine events.
  • Career goals align with the AHS mission.
  • Include health advocacy as a part of their career trajectory.

Applicant must:

  • Not have won an AHS scholarship within the past 2 years; past winners within 2 years are not eligible to apply.
  • Reside in the United States or Canada.
Application must include:
  • Summary (100 words or less) on why applicant is interested in attending an AHS meeting
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Letter of recommendation by a training director, department chair or AHS Member

Applicants should submit this application and all supporting materials no later than Sunday, February 22, 2026 and 11:59 pm ET.