The WAPPP Fellowship at the John F. Kennedy School of Government supports scholars conducting advanced research on gender equity in economic, political, health, or educational contexts.
Funder: John F. Kennedy School of Government
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline - projected)
Funding Amounts: Non-stipendiary fellowship (no direct funding); access to academic resources and research community for one academic year.
Summary: Supports exceptional scholars pursuing gender-related research in economic opportunity, political participation, health, or education within a collaborative academic environment.
Key Information: Fellowship is non-stipendiary; candidates must secure their own funding.
The Women and Public Policy Program (WAPPP) Fellowship at the Harvard Kennedy School offers a unique, non-stipendiary opportunity for outstanding scholars to advance gender-related research. Fellows join a vibrant intellectual community, engage in research seminars, collaborate with faculty and peers, and are expected to produce significant scholarly work during their appointment. The program’s core mission is to foster rigorous research and evidence-based strategies that advance gender equity in economic opportunity, political participation, health, and education.