*New* NIH Notice on DEI Programming
Posted: 5/1/2025 ()
On April 21, NIH issued a notice that modifies current terms and conditions for all NIH grants, agreements and awards. This notice requires grant recipients to certify that they do not operate DEI programming that violates federal anti-discrimination law. The UW has robust compliance practices to ensure compliance with federal and state anti-discrimination laws, as for other award compliance requirements that we certify. This includes education, auditing, and mechanisms for reporting and investigating potential violations. Further, to the extent the new language is an attempt to implement the Executive Order on DEI, that Order remains the subject of a Preliminary Injunction. OSP is aware that agencies are adding new conditions and is reviewing terms for institutional certification. PIs should carefully read all of the terms in grants, agreements and awards to ensure that the work of their particular project is compliant. If you have questions, please reach out to the Office of Sponsored Programs (osp@uw.edu). A complete list of federal administration updates is maintained by the UW Office of Research here. Up to date UW guidance around all federal grants can be found here.