Walter Shorenstein Media and Democracy Fellowship
Forecasted
The Walter Shorenstein Media and Democracy Fellowship at the John F. Kennedy School of Government supports research and public engagement on media’s role in shaping democracy.
Funder: John F. Kennedy School of Government
Due Dates: Not specified; check the program page for current or future cycles
Funding Amounts: No stipend or funding level specified; duration and support vary by fellow and are arranged by the Shorenstein Center
Summary: Brings distinguished media, political, and policy leaders to Harvard Kennedy School to engage on urgent issues at the intersection of media and democracy.
Key Information: Fellowship is typically by invitation or nomination; funding details and application cycles may change year to year.
Description
The Walter Shorenstein Media and Democracy Fellowship, hosted by the Shorenstein Center at Harvard Kennedy School, is a visiting fellowship designed to bring prominent practitioners in media, politics, and public policy to Cambridge. Fellows engage with students, faculty, and the public on contemporary challenges at the intersection of media, democracy, and the information ecosystem. The program leverages the expertise of high-profile leaders to inform scholarship and public understanding of how media and information shape democratic governance. Fellows participate in events, discussions, and collaborative activities, contributing to the intellectual and public life of the Shorenstein Center.
