Aspen Global Innovators Group Fellowship
The Aspen Global Innovators Group Fellowship by the Aspen Institute supports U.S. community leaders with a year-long program advancing health equity through leadership, advocacy, and communications training.
Funder: Aspen Institute
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026: Nominations open (projected) | January 2027: Nominations close (projected)
Funding Amounts: No stipend; all travel and participation costs for fellows are covered.
Summary: Empowers U.S.-based community leaders advancing health equity through a year-long, fully funded fellowship focused on advocacy, communications, and leadership development.
Key Information: No direct monetary award; priority in 2026 for leaders from the Rio Grande Valley (TX), Laredo (TX), and Louisville (KY).
Description
The Aspen Global Innovators Group's Healthy Communities Fellowship supports emerging, community-based leaders across the United States who are committed to advancing health equity and justice. The fellowship provides a year-long program of tailored leadership, advocacy, and communications training, connecting fellows with a national and global network of changemakers. Fellows learn to amplify their impact through media, narrative development, and strategic advocacy, while benefiting from mentorship and peer support. The program is designed for individuals deeply rooted in their communities and passionate about driving innovative, multisectoral solutions to health and social challenges.
