The Carr Center Fellowships at Harvard Kennedy School support advanced research on human rights and technology, fostering scholarship on global justice, AI, and ethical policy issues.
Funder: John F. Kennedy School of Government
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Not specified; fellowships typically cover a semester or full academic year residency at Harvard, with possible stipend or benefits—details vary by fellowship.
Summary: Supports policymakers, researchers, and postdoctoral scholars to conduct advanced research on human rights—including technology and AI—through semester or year-long residencies at the Carr Center for Human Rights Policy, Harvard Kennedy School.
The Carr Center Fellowships at the Harvard Kennedy School offer a unique opportunity for policymakers, researchers, and post-doctoral scholars to pursue advanced research on critical human rights issues. Hosted by the Carr Center for Human Rights Policy, these fellowships support independent research, collaborative engagement, and participation in the vibrant academic community at Harvard. A major focus area is the intersection of technology and human rights, including the ethical and policy implications of technological advances and artificial intelligence. Fellows may be appointed for a semester or a full academic year, contributing to scholarship, teaching, and public discourse on global justice, racial justice, nonviolent action, and related themes.