The Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program offers five-month fellowships to practitioners to focus on strategies and best practices for developing democracy in their country of interest; and to scholars
to conduct original research for publication. Projects may address the
economic, political, social, legal, or cultural aspects of democratic
development and include a range of methodologies and approaches.
While the two tracks share many common elements, they have different
eligibility requirements and distinct goals, activities, and products
associated with them.
Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows spend five months in residence at the NED's International Forum for Democratic Studies
in Washington, D.C. during Fall (October 1–February 28) or Spring
(March 1–July 31), where they participate in the following activities:
- conduct independent research and writing while reflecting on lessons learned;
- engage in capacity-building seminars and workshops;
- exchange ideas and establish contacts with counterparts in Washington, D.C.; and
- impact democratic development in their country, region or field through presentations, projects and products.
Support and Eligibility
Fellowships include a monthly stipend, health insurance, office
space, research support, and round-trip travel to Washington, DC. The
program does not provide financial assistance for accompanying family or
other dependents.
The fellowship program offers two tracks:
- Practitioner Track: Open to democracy activists, civil society leaders, human rights defenders, journalists, and others who work on the front lines of democracy
- Scholar Track: Open to scholars, university professors, and researchers (applicants are expected to hold a PhD or academic equivalent at the time of application)
For any questions about applying to the Reagan-Fascell Program, please contact: fellowships@ned.org, or call us at: (202) 378-9700.
