WAPPP Fellowship
The WAPPP Fellowship at the John F. Kennedy School of Government supports in-residence scholars advancing gender research in economic opportunity, politics, health, or education, culminating in a major publication.
Funder: John F. Kennedy School of Government
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Non-stipendiary (no financial support or stipend provided); affiliation and workspace only; fellows may seek outside funding.
Summary: Non-stipendiary fellowship for scholars conducting gender-related research in economic opportunity, political participation, health, or education at Harvard Kennedy School.
Key Information: Fellows must be in residence in Cambridge, MA and are expected to complete a major publication during their term.
Description
The fellowship offers outstanding scholars the opportunity to affiliate with the Women and Public Policy Program (WAPPP) at the Harvard Kennedy School to advance research on gender in the areas of economic opportunity, political participation, health, or education. Although the fellowship is non-stipendiary (unfunded), it provides a vibrant intellectual community, access to Harvard resources, and opportunities for collaboration with faculty, students, and peers. Fellows are expected to contribute actively to the center’s academic environment, participate in research seminars, and complete a major publication during their residency.
