Reimagining Democracy Program – Democracy Visiting Fellowships
A year-long residential fellowship at Harvard Kennedy School’s Ash Center for scholars researching democratic governance, offering academic community and resources to foster innovative research.
Funder: John F. Kennedy School of Government
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Full application deadline for AY2027-28)
Funding Amounts: No stipend; fellows receive access to Harvard resources, workspace, and program activities for one academic year.
Summary: Supports faculty, doctoral, and postdoctoral scholars conducting research on democratic governance through a year-long residential fellowship at the Ash Center.
Key Information: Fellowship is unpaid; modest administration fee applies; residency in Cambridge required during the fellowship.
Description
The Democracy Visiting Fellowships under the Reimagining Democracy Program at the Harvard Kennedy School’s Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation support faculty, doctoral, and postdoctoral scholars pursuing independent research on substantive issues in democratic governance. Fellows join a vibrant, multidisciplinary community and engage in the academic life of the Kennedy School, benefiting from weekly seminars, campus events, and access to Harvard’s resources. The fellowship aims to foster professional development, intellectual exchange, and innovative research on democratic participation, governance, and reform.
