The Rotman Scholarship is in honor of Probate and Family Court Judge Arline Rotman. Judge Rotman was appointed the first woman judge in Worcester, was a founder of the MA AFCC Chapter, served as president of the state and national chapters, and was a true leader.  This scholarship is available to early career candidates in practice 5 years or less, and provides free attendance at the 2026 MA AFCC Annual Conference on March 20, 2026.

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• Attorney
• Psychologist/Mental Health Professional
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Which stage best describes your career? *

• Early Career (e.g., student, postdoctoral fellow, newly licensed attorney or mental health professional, 0-5 years in practice)
• Mid-Career ( 5-15 years of experience)
• Late Career (15+ years of experience)
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Are there any aspects of your identity that you would like to share (i.e., sexual orientation, gender expression, language bilingual/multilingual, Person with disabilities, religion)? Please note that any response to this question, or lack thereof, will not affect your application.

Are You a member of AFCC & MA-AFCC *

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Have you ever attended an AFCC Conference *

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If your answer is no, how did you learn about this conference?

If you have attended an AFCC Conference, when or which conference?

Will you receive additional funding support from your employer or another source? *

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Are you being compensated for attending the conference? *

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Explain how this conference will enhance your work with court-involved children and families and why your experience makes you a strong scholarship candidate. Please limit your response to 150 words or less. *

Describe your involvement with the AFCC or the MA-AFCC Chapter in the last five (5) years. Please limit your response to 150 words or less. *

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