To all the leaders in Democracy, do you want to have a transformative experience in the United States this summer through a fully funded fellowship program? Well, Applications are open for the Presidential Precinct Global Democracy Fellowship 2026. A prestigious 6-week immersive, fully funded fellowship programme hosted by the Presidential Precinct, designed for established and rising leaders in democracy from over 70 countries to accelerate their growth as leaders. The fellowship aims to equip young leaders with the skills, knowledge, and tools necessary to bring about lasting transformation in their country, region, and community. The duration of the fellowship is 1 month, running from June 13 to July 23, 2026, in Virginia, USA.
Fellows will experience hands-on learning through academic and practical programming at one of the partner sites in Virginia. Individuals between 25 and 35 years of age with a minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience in democracy are invited to submit their applications. No application fee is required to apply for the fellowship. Interested individuals must submit their applications by February 9, 2026. Read more details below
Presidential Precinct Global Democracy Fellowship 2026: Overview
- Country: United States
- Hosted by: Presidential Precinct
- Programme: Global Democracy Fellowship
- Duration: 1 Month
- Dates: June 13 – July 23, 2026
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Application deadline: February 9, 2026
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Coverage
It’s a fully funded 6-week programme that offers:
- Round-trip airfare coverage to/from the U.S.A
- Accommodation
- All meal expenses covered
- All costs related to workshops, academic sessions, and site visits
- Visa support for the Non-US nationals
Eligiblity Criteria
- Individuals aged between 25 and 35 years are encouraged to apply
- Individuals with demonstrated 3-7 years of experience in democracy-building
- Must hold a minimum bachelor’s degree
- Profiency in the English language, both written and spoken
- Must commit to full-time participation during the program dates
- Ideal applicants are: Journalists, Human rights defenders, creatives, parliamentarians, government offical, civil society members, and social movement leaders
Benefits
- Fellows will recieve academic training inthe University of Virginia & William & Mary
- Engage in experimental learning through workshops and historic site visits
- Skills development through specialized trainings
- Mentorship and guidance from leading educators and experts
- Become a member of the Presidential Precinct Network (PPN)
- Broaden your professional networks with peers and US leaders
Required Documents
- Letters of Recommendation
- Degree Certificate
- Professional background details
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How to Apply?
The application process for the Global Democracy fellowship is online via the Presidential Precinct Application portal. Prepare your documents, fill out the online application, and submit your application before February 9th, 2026.
To apply and for more details, visit the offical link below:
APPLY FOR GLOBAL DEMOCRACY FELLOWSHIP
