The applications are now open for the Harvard LEAD Fellows Program 2026/27 in the USA. It is a Fully Funded one-year-long fellowship program that will run virtually and physically. The fellowship will start from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027. The Fall semester is Virtual, and for the Spring semester, candidates will travel to the United States to attend the Harvard LEAD Program at Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The Duration of the in-person program is 6 weeks, which is expected in April of 2027. Stipend, Visa Fees, International Flight expenses, Meals, and Accommodation will be covered by the hosting organization. Below are more details about the Harvard LEAD Fellows program requirements, financial benefits, and the application process.
About the Harvard LEAD Fellows Program 2026
- Host Country: USA
- Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts
- Duration: One Year
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 30th November 2025
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Financial Benefits
The Fellowship Covers:
- Return Airfare
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Stipend
- Visa Fees
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Objectives of the Program
- Equip and empower more leaders in global health, specifically targeting individuals in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
- Promote leadership skills in these individuals.
- Have the fellows, in turn, mentor future female leaders in global health.
Focus Areas
- HIV/AIDS.
- Healthcare to health policy.
Eligibility Criteria
- Self-Nomination: Candidates must nominate themselves by applying.
- Educational Requirement: Applicants must possess a minimum of a master’s degree in a relevant field.
- Professional Experience:
- Applicants must be currently working full-time in the field of global health.
- They must have at least 10 years of professional experience (work completed as a university student does not count).
- Employer Support: Applicants must have the full support of their employer and a champion in their organization who will serve as a reference.
- Time Commitment & Residency:
- Applicants must take a leave of absence (or equivalent) from their home institution during the 6-week in-residence experience in April 2027.
- Applicants must be able to reside in Boston, MA.
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Required Documents
- CV/Resume.
- Letter of Intent.
- Essay 1: Plan for Career Development/Training Activities.
- Essay 2: Project Plan.
- Essay 3: Candidate’s Plan to Provide Mentoring.
- Essay 4: Fellowship Impact on Candidate’s Organization, Field, and Home Country.
- Letter of Institutional Commitment.
- Letter of Mentor Commitment.
- Two additional letters of reference.
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How to Apply for the Harvard LEAD Fellows Program?
Candidates have to apply online from the official website. The Link to the website is below.
APPLY FOR THE HARVARD LEAD FELLOWS PROGRAM
