NED Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program 2025-2026

Deadline: November 1, 2024

Open to: Individuals from any country with a proven track record of advancing democracy or human rights in their country or region. No age restrictions mentioned.

Benefits: The fellowship is fully funded, covering monthly stipends, health insurance, and round-trip travel to and from Washington, D.C.

Description:

The Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program, hosted by the National Endowment for Democracy (NED), offers five-month fellowships in Washington, D.C., for practitioners, scholars, and journalists from around the world to focus on democracy, human rights, and governance challenges. Fellows can either work on their research projects or engage in other professional development activities. The program provides an opportunity to learn from peers, interact with democracy advocates, and gain insights from NED’s global network of democracy supporters.

Eligibility:

  • Open to professionals with a significant track record in advancing democracy or human rights.
  • Open to scholars, activists, journalists, and others from any country.
  • Participants must demonstrate English proficiency and a commitment to the democratic cause.

Benefits:

The fellowship includes:

  • Monthly stipend for living expenses.
  • Health insurance.
  • Round-trip travel to and from Washington, D.C.
  • Access to research facilities and a wide range of professional and personal development resources.

How to apply?

For detailed instructions on how to submit the application are provided on the website.

For more information, visit the official website.