Public Psychiatry Fellowship
The APA Public Psychiatry Fellowship provides psychiatry residents immersive leadership training, mentorship, and networking in public and community psychiatry through APA activities and national collaboration.
Funder: American Psychiatric Association
Due Dates: March 15, 2027 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to 20 awards per year; 2-year fellowship (July 1, 2027 – June 30, 2029)
Summary: Supports psychiatry residents with leadership development and professional networking in public and community psychiatry through APA activities and mentorship.
Description
The Public Psychiatry Fellowship, funded by the APA Foundation, is designed to support outstanding psychiatry residents interested in public and community psychiatry. The fellowship provides immersive experiences in APA governance, opportunities to plan workshops at APA meetings, and direct interaction with national leaders in public psychiatry. Fellows participate in key APA activities, collaborate on educational events, and build professional networks, all while developing the leadership skills necessary for future roles in the public sector. The program aims to heighten awareness of career opportunities in public sector psychiatry and foster the professional growth of residents committed to serving underserved populations.
