Deadline: 01/11/2010
Open to: practitioners and scholars from developing and aspiring democracies
Scholarship: Monthly stipend; health insurance; travel assistance; research support.
The Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program at the Washington, D.C.-based National Endowment for Democracy invites applications for fellowships in 2011-2012. The program enables democracy activists, practitioners, scholars, and journalists from around the world to deepen their understanding of democracy and enhance their ability to promote democratic change. Dedicated to international exchange, this five-month, residential program offers a collegial environment for fellows to reflect on their experiences and consider best practices; conduct research and writing; engage with colleagues and counterparts in the United States; and develop professional relationships within a global network of democracy advocates.
Elegibility:
* The program is intended primarily to support practitioners and scholars from developing and aspiring democracies; distinguished scholars from established democracies are also eligible to apply
* A working knowledge of English is required
Funding:
*a monthly stipend
*health insurance
*travel assistance
*research support.
The program does not fund professional training, fieldwork, or students working towards a degree.
Program:
The program will host two five-month fellowship sessions in 2011 – 2012:
* October 1, 2011 – February 28, 2012
* March 1 – July 31, 2012
Application:
Applications are accepted through an online application system beginning August 1,2010. Click here to view the online aplication form.
For any further queries visit the official page.
