WAPPP Fellowship
The WAPPP Fellowship at the John F. Kennedy School of Government supports scholars conducting research on gender equity in economic, political, health, and educational contexts.
Funder: John F. Kennedy School of Government
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Non-stipendiary fellowship; provides institutional affiliation, research community, and access to Harvard resources.
Summary: Supports exceptional scholars conducting gender-related research in economic opportunity, political participation, health, and education.
Key Information: Fellowship is non-stipendiary; residency and active participation in WAPPP activities are required.
Description
The fellowship offered by the Women and Public Policy Program (WAPPP) at the John F. Kennedy School of Government (Harvard Kennedy School) is designed to support outstanding scholars engaged in research that advances gender equity. Fellows are expected to conduct research in one or more of WAPPP’s four focal areas: economic opportunity, political participation, health, and education. The program fosters a vibrant intellectual community, providing fellows with opportunities to collaborate with faculty, students, and peers, and to participate actively in research seminars and center activities. During their residency, fellows are expected to produce significant scholarly work—such as a book, monograph, or article—that contributes to evidence-based strategies for gender equity.
