Asia Foundation Development Fellows Program 2027 for Young Professionals

Asia Foundation Development Fellows Program 2027

Brief Description

The Asia Foundation Development Fellows Program 2027 provides highly qualified, young professionals from Asia and the Pacific Islands with a transformative opportunity to strengthen your leadership skills and gain in-depth knowledge of Asia’s critical development challenges. Run by The Asia Foundation (TAF), this year-long professional advancement experience connects you with a growing global network of peers, mentors, and executive coaches. As a fellow, you will engage in a multifaceted journey featuring intensive learning modules, short courses, conferences, and study tours across Japan and the United States. Designed to foster your career growth, the program includes a US$2,500 professional development award to help you execute a tailored plan in your field of expertise.

Name of Host Institution

The Asia Foundation (TAF)

Requirements/Eligibility Criteria

• Must have a demonstrable record of high achievement and outstanding potential for professional advancement and significant community impact.
• Must bring experience and proven accomplishment related to The Asia Foundation (TAF) focus areas and programs.
• Must demonstrate outstanding personal character, integrity, and a reputation as a thoughtful, committed, and inspirational leader.
• Must be under 40 years of age by the selection date of January 1, 2027.
• Must be conversant in English (TOEFL exam results are not required).
• Must be available to participate in all program components on specified dates without exception, and able to secure a visa for travel to the U.S.
• Must be resident nationals or citizens of eligible TAF program countries and regions, including Bangladesh, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Nepal, Pakistan, the Philippines, Vietnam, and Pacific Islands Nations, among others.

Program Components

• Spring 2027 (Japan, March 11-20): Intensive leadership training with executive coaches, site visits with development thinkers, and participation in the Perennial Gathering convening in Japan.
• Fall 2027 (United States, November 7-18): A 10-day leadership dialogue and exchange program featuring regional seminars, policy discussions, and events in and around San Francisco, California.
• Professional Development Award: Up to US$2,500 to design an individualized professional development plan, supported by coaching and mentorship from TAF’s regional network.

Deadline

December 1, 2026

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Candidates must be under 40 years of age by the selection date of January 1, 2027.

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No, TOEFL exam results are not required, though applicants must be conversant in English.

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Each fellow is awarded up to US$2,500 for a tailored professional development plan.

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