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): September 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Non-stipendiary (no direct funding); 1 academic year residency; access to Harvard resources
Summary: Supports scholars researching gender equity in economic, political, health, or educational contexts at Harvard Kennedy School.
Key Information: Fellowship does not provide a stipend; active participation in seminars and center life required.
Description
The Women and Public Policy Program (WAPPP) Fellowship at the John F. Kennedy School of Government (Harvard Kennedy School) offers non-stipendiary fellowships to exceptional scholars focused on gender-related research in economic opportunity, political participation, health, and education. Fellows join a vibrant, interdisciplinary academic community, benefit from intellectual exchange with faculty and peers, and are expected to pursue significant research outputs (e.g., book, monograph, scholarly article) during their residency. Participation in research seminars and active contribution to the center’s academic life are core requirements.
