WAPPP Fellowship
The WAPPP Fellowship at the John F. Kennedy School of Government supports scholars conducting gender-focused research in economic, political, health, or educational contexts within an academic community.
Funder: John F. Kennedy School of Government
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (WAPPP Fellowship, projected)
Funding Amounts: Non-stipendiary fellowship (no direct funding); duration is typically one academic year.
Summary: Supports scholars conducting gender-related research in economic opportunity, political participation, health, or education as part of a collaborative academic community.
Description
The WAPPP Fellowship, offered by the John F. Kennedy School of Government’s Women and Public Policy Program (WAPPP), is designed to support outstanding scholars engaged in research on gender equity. Fellows focus on topics within economic opportunity, political participation, health, or education, and become part of a vibrant interdisciplinary community at Harvard Kennedy School. The fellowship provides access to research seminars, collaborative activities, and opportunities to contribute to the intellectual life of WAPPP. Fellows are expected to make significant scholarly progress—such as completing a book, monograph, or articles—during their residency. The program aims to foster evidence-based strategies that advance gender equity in public policy and organizational practice.
