Reagan Fascell Democracy Fellowship 2026

The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) is now accepting applications for the Reagan Fascell Democracy Fellowship 2026. This prestigious program provides an opportunity for practitioners and scholars to engage in meaningful work related to democracy-building and research.

📖 About the NED Reagan Fascell Democracy Fellowship

The program offers five-month fellowships for:

• Practitioners: To enhance strategies and techniques for building democracy abroad.
• Scholars: To conduct original research for publication.

Key Activities During the Fellowship:

• Reflecting on experiences and engaging with counterparts.
• Conducting research and writing.
• Considering best practices and lessons learned.
• Developing professional relationships within a global network of democracy advocates.
• Completing a written or audiovisual product related to the proposed research project.
• Delivering a formal presentation focusing on the research project or the state of democracy in their country.

🎁 Benefits of the Fellowship

Fellows will receive the following benefits:

• Monthly stipend.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Furnished rental apartment.
• Round-trip travel to and from Washington, D.C.
• Coverage for living expenses, including food, local transportation, and other necessities.
• Access to a fully equipped office.
• Reimbursement for long-distance phone calls and professional trips (within a limited budget).
• Assistance with obtaining a J-1 exchange visitor visa for fellows and J-2 visas for family members.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

All applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Proficiency in English.
• Propose a project focused on political, social, economic, legal, or cultural aspects of democratic development.
• Be available for the five-month fellowship period:
  • October 1st – February 28th or
  • March 1st – July 31st.

Specific Requirements:

• Practitioner Track:
  • Mid-career professionals with significant practical experience promoting democracy or human rights in their country of origin or interest.
• Scholarly Track:
  • Applicants must possess a doctorate.
  • Proven record of publications in their field.
  • A detailed research outline for their fellowship project.

📅 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: 31 December, 2025.
• Visit the official NED Reagan Fascell Democracy Fellowship Application Portal to view details and apply.
• Direct application link: Apply Here.

This fellowship is an incredible opportunity for individuals passionate about advancing democracy and conducting impactful research. Don't miss the chance to be part of this transformative program!

• A monthly stipend.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• A furnished rental apartment.
• Round-trip travel to and from Washington, D.C.
• Living expenses, including food, local transportation, and other necessities.
• A fully equipped office.
• Reimbursement for long-distance phone calls and professional trips (within a limited budget).