The WAPPP Fellowship at the John F. Kennedy School of Government supports in-residence scholars conducting gender-focused research in economics, politics, health, or education, culminating in a major publication.
Funder: John F. Kennedy School of Government
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Non-stipendiary fellowship (no direct financial support); provides research community, Harvard resources, and workspace during residency.
Summary: Supports scholars conducting gender-related research in economic opportunity, political participation, health, or education, requiring active seminar participation and a major scholarly publication.
Key Information: Fellowship is non-stipendiary; applicants must produce a significant scholarly publication during residency.
This fellowship is offered by the Women and Public Policy Program (WAPPP) at the John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University. It is designed for outstanding scholars engaged in research that addresses gender equity in the domains of economic opportunity, political participation, health, or education. The program fosters a vibrant, collaborative intellectual community, connecting fellows with faculty, students, and peers. Fellows are expected to participate actively in research seminars and collaborative events and must produce a significant scholarly publication (such as a book, monograph, or article) during their residency. The fellowship aims to advance knowledge and policy impact on gender equity.