Reimagining Democracy Visiting Fellowships
Forecasted
The Reimagining Democracy Visiting Fellowships at the John F. Kennedy School of Government support in-depth research on democratic governance within Harvard's Ash Center community.
Funder: John F. Kennedy School of Government
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (Fall application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: No stipend; fellows pay a modest administration fee; appointment is for one academic year (August–July).
Summary: Fellowships supporting research on democratic governance, connecting scholars with the Ash Center and Harvard Kennedy School community.
Key Information: Full-time residency in Cambridge, MA is required for the fellowship period.
Description
The Reimagining Democracy Visiting Fellowships, hosted by the Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation at Harvard Kennedy School, support faculty, doctoral students, and postdoctoral scholars engaged in independent research on substantive issues in democratic governance. Fellows join a vibrant multidisciplinary community, participating in seminars, workshops, and collaborative activities that advance both scholarly and practical understanding of democracy. The program especially encourages work addressing real-world challenges and innovations in public or political participation, fostering intellectual exchange and broad engagement with the Harvard community.
