The WAPPP Fellowship at the John F. Kennedy School of Government supports scholars conducting research on gender equity in economic, political, health, or educational fields within a collaborative academic setting.
Funder: John F. Kennedy School of Government
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (WAPPP Fellowship application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Non-stipendiary fellowship (no stipend); access to Harvard resources and community; typical duration is one academic year.
Summary: Supports exceptional scholars conducting gender-related research in economic opportunity, political participation, health, or education within a collaborative academic environment.
The WAPPP Fellowship at Harvard Kennedy School's Women and Public Policy Program (WAPPP) is designed for outstanding scholars whose research addresses gender equity in economic opportunity, political participation, health, or education. Fellows join a vibrant interdisciplinary community comprising faculty, students, and researchers, and are expected to actively participate in seminars and collaborative events that enrich the intellectual life of WAPPP. The fellowship aims to support fellows as they work toward significant scholarly publications, contributing to the advancement of evidence-based strategies for gender equity.