Support WAPOR: Strengthening Public Opinion Research Around the World

Your contribution helps WAPOR expand the global reach and impact of public opinion research, especially in societies where voices are underrepresented or research infrastructure is still developing.

Whether you are passionate about academic excellence, student development, international collaboration, or expanding access to research opportunities, your donation ensures that WAPOR remains a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking professional community.

WAPOR is a registered non-profit organization. All donations support the advancement of public opinion research worldwide.

Award & Development Funds

You can donate to any of our awards or development funds at any time. Please select the fund you would like to support and enter the donation amount. Every contribution — large or small — plays a vital role.

Alexis de Tocqueville Award Fund

Supports an award for the best conference paper addressing democracy and public opinion, with particular attention to papers concerning emerging or consolidating democracies.

Elizabeth Nelson Award Fund

Recognizes outstanding papers presented at the annual conference by scholars from transitional societies (tiers B, C, or D). This award honors WAPOR Past President Elizabeth Nelson (1991–1992).

Naomi C. Turner Award Fund

Supports a prize for the best student paper presented at the annual conference. Endowed in memory of Naomi C. Turner by her son, WAPOR Past President Fred Turner (1989–1990).

Janet A. Harkness Student Paper Award Fund

Jointly supported by WAPOR and AAPOR, this fund awards emerging scholars conducting high-quality research in multi-national, multi-cultural, and multi-lingual contexts. The fund provides a cash prize and travel support for participation in the WAPOR/AAPOR Conference.

Helen Dinerman Award Fund

Funds the annual award recognizing exceptional contributions to survey research methodology. Established in 1981, this prestigious award honors the legacy of Helen Dinerman and her lifelong achievements.

Robert M. Worcester Award Fund

Supports recognition of the best paper published each year in the International Journal of Public Opinion Research (IJPOR). The recipient is selected by a committee appointed by the WAPOR Council, in collaboration with the IJPOR editorial board.

Global Development Fund

Your donation to the Global Development Fund helps expand access to WAPOR activities for underrepresented regions. This includes:

  • Travel grants for conference participants from low-income countries

  • Support for regional chapters

  • Funding for special projects and training initiatives

  • Translation and dissemination of research outputs

Why Your Support Matters

WAPOR is committed to advancing the highest standards of public opinion research across all regions of the world. Your donation enables:

  • Broader access to conferences and scholarly exchange

  • Recognition of excellence among young and established researchers

  • Investment in the next generation of public opinion scholars

  • Strengthening global survey methodology and data transparency

 Ways to Give

  • One-time donations to any fund listed above

  • Recurring monthly gifts to sustain long-term initiatives

  • Legacy gifts or planned giving (contact us for more information)

  • Institutional sponsorship opportunities are also available

For inquiries, please contact us at admin@wapor.org.

You can donate from your WAPOR membership account (https://access.wapor.org/) or directly here:

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