Max Lazard Prize

The Max Lazard Prize rewards original projects that will lead to a publication or distribution, regardless of the chosen format. The project can be research or study based, a discovery trip, a stay in an institution or a social group abroad, or a documentary, which aims to result in a publication.

This project must be carried out individually by the candidate.

The candidates selected and accepted by the jury will also be able to collaborate in Sens public blogs.

The laureates receive financial support of up to 3000 euros, according to the needs of their project, and are offered the possibility to publish an article or feature piece of their project in the journal Sens public, subject to acceptance by the scientific committee.

Since 1956, this prize has supported candidates who wish to explore an idea or an interest in depth and who wish to confront themselves and the world. Often addressing a social and civic issue, the prize distinguished Serge Klarsfeld at its beginning, and many others since then. Several of its alumni have become recognized researchers. 

Max Lazard (1875-1953) left the bank founded by his family, became a volunteer social worker and wrote a thesis on unemployment. He assisted Albert Thomas during the First World War and later worked for civic and political education in a European spirit.

Recent award-winning projects

Here are some examples of Sens public authors who were laureates and members of the jury for the Max Lazard Prize:

• Eric Frécon - Sens public
• Thibaut Dubarry - Sens public
• Stéphane Corcuff - Sens public
• Bruno Ramdjee Kessavdjee - Sens public
• Damien Larrouqué - Sens public

Application

Students intending to apply for this prize must complete the student mobility aid form (outside of the European Union) 2024-2025 and include:

• a letter of motivation specifying the stakes of the project for the candidate, and its relevance in the context of the academic project;
• a description of the project including a budget specifying the requested amount;
• a CV;
• any other relevant document in order to better explain the project.

Submission of applications

Your application must be submitted by completing the student mobility aid form (outside of the European Union)2024-2025 no later than April 26th, 2024. French is the language of reference; applicants may also include relevant documents or digital links in other languages.

The jury will meet in early May 2024 to select the projects, then the candidates will be invited to the individual interview session in mid-May. The prize is awarded at the end of the month.

Schedule

• Deadline for submission of applications: April 26th, 2024
• Selection of candidates: May 10th, 2024
• Presentation to the jury by selected candidates: May 24th, 2024

Contact

For further information, please contact the scholarships and student support office: services.etudiants@sciencespo.fr.