New America Fellows Program Class of 2027

Deadline: Feb 02, 2026

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partially funded

To Apply

Please visit the application link below to apply.

Opportunity Overview

Applications are now open for the New America Fellows Program Class of 2027. This prestigious fellowship supports innovative thinkers such as journalists, scholars, filmmakers, and policy analysts who aim to develop bold ideas and impactful projects.

📖 About New America Fellows Program

The New America Fellows Program is a fellowship initiative by New America that provides support to individuals with groundbreaking ideas. The program fosters creativity and innovation by offering resources and a platform to bring these ideas to life.

🎁 Benefits of the Program

Participants in the New America Fellows Program will enjoy the following benefits:

Funding: Unrestricted stipends ranging from $15,000 to $30,000 to support income, travel, research, or multimedia production.
Community: Access to a network of peers, alumni, and experts, with opportunities to attend gatherings in Washington, DC, and virtual sessions.
Platforms & Partners: Opportunities to publish with media partners, feature in New America newsletters, and launch projects during or after the fellowship.
Skill-building: Sessions and connections with New America’s policy programs to enhance professional growth.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

The program is open to:

Thinkers worldwide (not limited to U.S. citizens).
Applicants who may be based abroad for part or all of the year.

📅 Application Date and Process

Application Deadline: 02 February, 2026
To apply, visit the New America Fellows Program Application Portal.

🌐 Additional Information

For more details about the program, visit the New America Fellows Program Overview.

Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to bring your innovative ideas to life with the support of the New America Fellows Program!

Benefits

Funding: Unrestricted stipends between $15k–$30k to support income, travel, research, or multimedia production.
Community: Fellows join a network of peers, alumni, and experts, with gatherings in Washington, DC and virtual sessions.
Platforms & Partners: Opportunities to publish with media partners, New America newsletters, and project launches during/after the fellowship.
Skill-building sessions and connections with New America’s policy programs.

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