The open society Fellowship was founded in 2008 to support individuals pursuing innovative and unconventional approaches to fundamental open society challenges.

A fellowship project might identify a problem that has not previously been recognized, develop new policy ideas to address familiar problems, or offer a new advocacy strategy. Project themes should cut across at least two areas of interest to the Open Society Foundations.

Eligibility:

The Open Society Fellowship accepts proposals from anywhere in the world. Applicants should possess a deep understanding of their chosen subject and a track record of professional accomplishment.

Past and current fellows have included journalists, activists, academics, and practitioners in a variety of fields.

Successful applicants will be eager to exploit the many resources offered by the Open Society Foundations and be prepared to engage constructively with our global network. Ideal fellows are specialists who can see beyond the parochialisms of their field and possess the tenacity to complete a project of exceptional merit. Proficiency in spoken English is required.

Monetary Support:

Fellowship: stipend of $80,000-$100,000 per year plus a project budget for travel, visa costs, health insurance, etc

Website:  https://www.opensocietyfoundations.org/grants/open-society-fellowship