Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program 2027-2028 in Washington D.C.

Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program 2027-2028 in Washington D.C.

Brief Description

The Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program 2027-2028 offers a unique international exchange opportunity for democracy activists, journalists, civil society leaders, and scholars. Named in honor of the National Endowment for Democracy’s (NED) principal founders, former president Ronald Reagan and the late congressman Dante Fascell, this prestigious fully-funded fellowship Washington DC opportunity places you in residence for five months at NED’s International Forum for Democratic Studies in Washington, D.C. Whether you want to undertake independent research on democracy or refine strategies for building democracy abroad, this democracy fellowship 2027 provides a collegial setting to develop your professional network, conduct writing projects, and engage with global counterparts. You will immerse yourself in a vibrant intellectual community, culminating in a formal presentation and a completed written or audiovisual product.

Name of Host Institution

National Endowment for Democracy (NED)

Requirements/Eligibility Criteria

  • Practitioner Track Experience: Substantial practical experience working to promote democracy or human rights in your country of origin or interest, typically as a mid-career professional.
  • Practitioner Track Backgrounds: Suitable for human rights advocates, civil society leaders, political party figures, human rights lawyers, parliamentarians, labor union activists, and journalists.
  • Scholarly Track Qualification: Possession of a doctorate (Ph.D. or academic equivalent) at the time of application for scholars from the United States, established democracies, and around the world.
  • Scholarly Track Output: A proven publishing record in your field of expertise along with a detailed research outline for your fellowship project.
  • Target Audience: Primarily focused on practitioners from developing, aspiring, and non-democratic countries, alongside distinguished scholars.

Program Structure and Activities

During your five-month residency at NED, you will participate in a rich calendar of seminars, roundtables, field trips, and other professional development events. You’ll spend your time reflecting on past experiences, conducting original research or strategy refinement, and building enduring relationships within a global network of democracy advocates. At the conclusion of your stay, you are expected to deliver a formal presentation focusing on your research project or the state of democracy in your home country.

Deadline

January 5, 2027

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Q: Who is eligible to apply for the Practitioner Track?

Mid-career professionals from developing, aspiring, and non-democratic countries with substantial practical experience in promoting democracy or human rights are eligible, with no specific degree requirements.

Q: What qualifications do applicants need for the Scholarly Track?

Scholarly track applicants must hold a doctorate (Ph.D. or academic equivalent) at the time of application, have published in their field, and provide a detailed research outline.

Q: Where does the fellowship take place and how long does it last?

The fellowship lasts for five months in residence at the National Endowment for Democracy (NED) in Washington, D.C.


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