Overview

The Reagan Fascell Democracy Fellowship is a prestigious, fully-funded fellowship program offered by the National Endowment for Democracy (NED) in Washington, D.C. It provides an opportunity for international democracy activists, journalists, civil society leaders, and scholars to conduct independent research focused on the promotion and study of democracy. This fellowship is named after former U.S. President Ronald Reagan and focuses on the global advancement of democratic values.

Who Can Apply?

• Applicants must have significant practical experience in promoting democracy or human rights in their country of interest.
• Mid-career professionals are preferred.
• Applicants must hold a Ph.D. (or equivalent) at the time of application.
• Proven track record of publications in their field and a detailed research proposal for their fellowship project.

• Additional eligibility requirements:

  • Proficiency in English.
  • A project focused on democratic development.
  • Availability to work in residence at the NED’s International Forum for Democratic Studies.
  • Applicants must obtain a J-1 visa before traveling to the U.S.

Application Procedure

1. First, create an account through the online portal.
2. Submit Application Materials:
   • Personal information and project proposal (for practitioner or scholarly track).
   • Letters of recommendation.
   • Resume/CV and Biography.
   All materials must be submitted in English.

For detailed instructions, you can refer to the application guidelines provided on the fellowship's official website.

What Financial Support is Available?

The Reagan Fascell Democracy Fellowship covers the following expenses:

• Monthly stipend to cover food, local transportation, and other necessities.
• Round-trip airfare to and from Washington, D.C.
• Basic health coverage for the fellowship duration.