WAPPP Fellowship
The WAPPP Fellowship at the John F. Kennedy School of Government supports scholars researching gender equity in economic, political, health, or educational contexts through a year-long academic residency.
Funder: John F. Kennedy School of Government
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (WAPPP Fellowship application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Non-stipendiary (no direct financial support); fellowship provides academic affiliation, community, and research support for one academic year.
Summary: Supports exceptional scholars conducting gender-related research in economic opportunity, political participation, health, or education through a year-long fellowship at Harvard Kennedy School.
Key Information: Fellows must participate in seminars and complete a significant scholarly work during their residency.
Description
The WAPPP Fellowship, administered by the Women and Public Policy Program (WAPPP) at the Harvard Kennedy School, is designed to support scholars whose research advances gender equity in economic opportunity, political participation, health, or education. The fellowship aims to cultivate a vibrant academic community by bringing together researchers, faculty, students, and fellows from Harvard Kennedy School and beyond. Fellows are expected to actively participate in research seminars, collaborate with peers, and complete a significant scholarly work during their residency, contributing to evidence-based strategies for gender equity.
