Mozilla Fellows
The Mozilla Fellows program funds technologists and researchers leading innovative, open technology projects in areas like privacy, AI, and climate justice to advance people-centered technology solutions.
Funder: Mozilla Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026: Nominations open (projected) | January 2027: Nominations close (projected)
Funding Amounts: Embedded Fellows: $100,000 total ($75,000 stipend + $25,000 project budget); Independent Fellows: $125,000 total ($100,000 stipend + $25,000 project budget); 12-month term.
Summary: Supports technologists, researchers, creators, and advocates leading innovative, people-centered projects shaping the future of technology and society.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; dates are projected and subject to change.
Description
The Mozilla Fellows program empowers visionary technologists, researchers, creators, and advocates to lead projects that demonstrate the practical impact of people-centered, open technology. Fellows join a global cohort, receive financial and professional support, and gain platforms to amplify their work and share expertise. Projects span diverse areas such as privacy, AI transparency, climate justice, data democratization, creator rights, and open infrastructure. The fellowship is designed for both emerging leaders seeking to scale their impact and established innovators ready to define the next decade of technology for the public good.
