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Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellowship 2025 (Fully Funded)

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Great news — applications are now open for the Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellowship 2025–2026. This fully funded opportunity supports international scholars, activists, journalists, and civil society leaders to conduct independent research on democracy in Washington, D.C., at the National Endowment for Democracy (NED).

About the Fellowship

The Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellowship is a five-month, fully funded, non-degree program designed for postdoctoral scholars and mid-career professionals. Hosted by the International Forum for Democratic Studies, this fellowship allows participants to focus on research or professional development in the field of democracy and human rights.

Fellows are based in Washington, D.C., and are given the time, resources, and support needed to deepen their understanding and work on democracy-related challenges in a specific country or region.

Fellowship Summary

  • Level of Study: Postdoctoral / Non-degree

  • Host Institution: National Endowment for Democracy (NED)

  • Location: Washington, D.C., USA

  • Fields of Focus: Democratic Studies, Human Rights, Civil Society, Political and Legal Reform

  • Program Duration: 5 months

  • Application Deadline:

    • Application: November 8, 2024

    • Letters of Recommendation: November 15, 2024

Fellowship Benefits

The Reagan-Fascell Fellowship provides:

  • A monthly stipend covering:

    • Rent for a short-term, furnished apartment

    • Food, local transportation, and basic living expenses

  • Round-trip travel to and from Washington, D.C.

  • Basic health insurance

  • A fully equipped office

  • Limited funding for:

    • Long-distance phone calls

    • Professional travel within the U.S.

Note: Fellows wishing to bring family members must cover all related costs for their dependents, including travel and living expenses.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the fellowship, applicants must:

  • Language: Demonstrate proficiency in English

  • Nationality: Open to applicants from all countries

Track-Specific Requirements:

Practitioner Track:

  • Mid-career professionals with significant experience promoting democracy or human rights

  • Must have a clearly defined project relevant to their work

Scholarly Track:

  • Hold a Ph.D. or equivalent at the time of application

  • Have a strong publication record

  • Present a well-developed research proposal

Additional Requirements:

  • Propose a project focusing on political, legal, cultural, economic, or social aspects of democratic development

  • Be available for full-time residency in Washington, D.C., for either of the two terms:

    • October 1 – February 28

    • March 1 – July 31

  • Cannot hold any other job or fellowship during this period

Visa Requirement:

  • Non-U.S. citizens must obtain a J-1 exchange visitor visa

  • Family members must apply for J-2 visas

  • Prior J-1 visa holders may be subject to a two-year home residency requirement under U.S. law

How to Apply

To apply for the Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellowship, follow these steps:

  1. Create an account via the official online application portal.

  2. Submit the following documents in English:

    • Applicant information

    • A project proposal tailored to either the practitioner or scholarly track

    • Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a brief biography

    • Two letters of recommendation

All materials must be submitted online before the deadline.

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