About the Program:

The British Academy, in partnership with the Department of Science, Innovation & Technology (DSIT) and the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), has launched the Innovation Fellowships scheme. This scheme aims to support early-career and mid-career researchers in the Humanities and Social Sciences to collaborate with organizations and businesses in various sectors to address challenges requiring innovative solutions.

Through the Innovation Fellowships, our researchers in the SHAPE community will be supported to create new and deeper links beyond academia, so enabling knowledge mobilisation and translation, as well as individual skills development.

Routes and Partnerships:

The Innovation Fellowships scheme offers two routes: Route A, which is Researcher-led, and Route B, which is Policy-led. The current call is for Route B, in collaboration with the FCDO, which has specific research needs and operates in a context where timely access to evidence-based analysis is crucial for success.

Areas of Focus:

The Academy and FCDO are inviting applications for Fellowships in the following areas:

1. India
2. The politics of energy transition and climate change in Africa
3. The role of technology in shaping citizen-state relations in Africa

Application Details:

• Application Deadline: 27 November 2024– 17:00 GMT

• Starting period of award: Between 1 January 2025 and 31 March 2025
• Duration of award: 12 months
• Level of award: Up to £120,000 for 12 months (with Full Economic Costing at 80%)

Read more and apply.

The Young Leaders Programme is a 1-year full-time fellowship consulting program in Lagos. As a YLP fellow, individuals will join McKinsey’s Lagos office and become key members of consulting teams, working directly with clients to drive impactful solutions. The program is designed for those passionate about consulting and eager to contribute to Africa’s growth, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the industry and emerge as future leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Engagement: Collaborate in teams of 3-5 consultants, actively participating in all stages of client projects.
• Analysis & Recommendations: Gather and analyze data, develop and test hypotheses, and create actionable recommendations.
• Presentation & Implementation: Present findings to clients and work alongside client teams to implement recommendations.
• Skill Development: Receive top-tier training and ongoing coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues.

Successful completion of the YLP may lead to a full-time business analyst role with the office, contingent upon performance.

Eligibility Criteria

• Nationality: For West African graduates who have completed or are about to start their mandatory national youth service.
• Education: Undergraduate or master’s degree.
• Experience: Less than 3 years of work experience
• Achievements: Outstanding academic record and demonstrated leadership through extracurricular activities or work experience.
• Skills: Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving abilities, effective communication of complex ideas in English (both verbally and in writing), and strong teamwork capabilities.

Interested in knowing more – register for our YLP Information session on August 6th.

Deadline: August 16th

Industries Served

• Agriculture
• Automotive & Assembly
• Capital Projects & Infrastructure
• Chemicals
• Consumer Packaged Goods
• Electric Power & Natural Gas
• Financial Services
• Healthcare Systems & Services
• High Tech
• Industrials & Electronics
• Infrastructure
• Life Sciences
• Media & Entertainment
• Metals & Mining
• Oil & Gas
• Paper & Forest Products
• Private Capital
• Public Sector
• Retail
• Semiconductors
• Social Sector
• Telecommunications
• Travel, Transport & Logistics

Embark on a transformative journey with the Young Leaders Programme and shape the future of consulting in Africa. Apply today to make an impact!

For more information, visit the website here.

About the Program:

The British Academy’s Global Professorships are prestigious awards aimed at attracting established scholars from around the world to work in the United Kingdom on innovative research projects. These awards provide an opportunity for researchers to undertake ambitious, cutting-edge research that breaks new ground in the humanities and social sciences.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for a Global Professorship, applicants must meet certain criteria:

• Hold a doctoral degree or have equivalent research experience
• Be employed outside the United Kingdom on a permanent contract
• Have a strong track record in their field or demonstrate exceptional promise
• Be willing to take up an unpaid leave of absence or long-term secondment at an eligible UK institution
• Have the support of a senior member of their proposed UK host institution

Aims:

• Fund high-quality original research
• Attract international researchers to the UK
• Contribute to the research goals of UK host institutions
• Encourage collaborations and innovation within the research community

Funding and Duration

• Each award is expected to run for four years, with a starting date to be agreed upon with the British Academy.
• The Academy will provide up to £900,000 per award to support the research project.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted online through the British Academy’s Grant Management System, Flexi-Grant®. The deadline for submitting applications and securing approval from a UK host institution is Wednesday 23 October 2024 at 17:00 BST. Read for details.

About the Program:

The British Academy offers Mid-Career Fellowships to support outstanding researchers in the humanities and social sciences. These fellowships aim to provide researchers with the opportunity to focus on completing major research projects and promote public engagement with their work. The primary goal of the Mid-Career Fellowships is to support individual researchers with excellent research proposals and promote public understanding and engagement with the humanities and social sciences.

Eligibility:

• Researchers at various career stages: including early-career, established, mid-career, and postdoctoral researchers

• Applicants must be employed at a UK-based university, Higher Education institution, or Independent Research Organisation.

• The Academy is particularly interested in supporting mid-career scholars who have already made significant contributions to their field.

• Eligibility is not based on age but on the applicant’s academic achievements and communication skills.

Timeline:

Successful applicants will have the opportunity to dedicate six to 12 months to their research projects, free from their normal academic and administrative commitments.

Scope of the Award:

Applicants are encouraged to demonstrate how their research will contribute to advances in understanding within their field and engage a broad audience.

Funding:

The Mid-Career Fellowships are funded under the Full Economic Costing (FEC) framework, with the Academy contributing 80% of the total cost. The salary for Mid-Career Fellows is capped at £80,000, and the total award value is not expected to exceed £152,000. Fellowships can be held for a minimum of six months up to a maximum of twelve months.

Application Process:

The British Academy uses a two-stage application process for the Mid-Career Fellowships. In the first Outline Stage, applicants provide information about their research proposal, publications, and academic commitments. Detailed costing information is not required at this stage. Employing institutions must approve applications by the deadline, after which successful applicants will be invited to submit a full application in January.

Apply by: 21 Aug 2024 – 17:00 BST.

Bridging Academia and Industry

The Innovation Fellowships are designed to foster partnerships between researchers and organisations across the creative, cultural, public, private, and policy sectors. The goal is to address significant challenges that require innovative solutions. By supporting the SHAPE (Social Sciences, Humanities and the Arts for People and the Economy) community, these fellowships promote knowledge mobilisation, translation, and skills development.

The scheme offers two pathways:
– Route A: Researcher-led
– Route B: Policy-led

This call specifically invites applications for Route B, in collaboration with the FCDO.

Engaging with FCDO Policymakers

The FCDO has critical research needs, where timely, evidence-based analysis is essential. This fellowship provides researchers the chance to work closely with FCDO policymakers, embedding their expertise directly within the government’s work. This close interaction is crucial for having a significant impact on policy development.

Focus Areas for Research

Applications are invited for fellowships in the following areas:
1. India
2. The politics of energy transition and climate change in Africa
3. The role of technology in shaping citizen-state relations in Africa

Key Dates and Application Details

– Scheme Opens: 26 July 2024
– Application Deadline: 27 November 2024, 17:00 GMT
– Award Start Period: 1 January 2025 to 31 March 2025
– Duration of Award: 12 months
– Level of Award: Up to £120,000 (with Full Economic Costing at 80%)

The start date of the fellowship will depend on the completion of security checks and agreement signatures. Applicants should ensure timely provision of required information to facilitate the fellowship’s prompt commencement.

Apply Now

This is a unique opportunity for researchers in the Humanities and Social Sciences to influence policy and drive innovation. For more details and to apply, visit the British Academy’s website. Don’t miss this chance to make a significant impact with your research.

The NHS Global Fellowship Programme has been on offer for almost 15 years, with nearly 800 NHS staff undertaking fellowships abroad. Many returning fellows have drawn on their global health skills to become senior leaders across the NHS.

Purpose

The NHS Global Fellowship Programme offers leadership development opportunities for clinical and non-clinical staff to experience health systems globally. Fellows focus on quality improvement, research, or clinical projects, co-developed with local and/or national partners to enhance patient experience, improve health outcomes, and reduce health inequalities. Returning Fellows demonstrate new skills, improved motivation, and resilience, contributing to career progression and retention within the health sector.

Global Fellowships Recruitment 2025

Recruitment for the February 2025 cohort of NHS Global Fellowships is now open. Applicants must complete the application form and send a CV to england.global.fellowships@nhs.net. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a virtual 35-minute interview between Monday 9 September and Friday 13 September.

Applications from all disciplines  are welcome– clinical and non clinical. Applications from across the NHS in England are strongly encouraged, including staff who have family or cultural heritage in our partner countries and those who undertook their professional education in one of these countries.

To start your Fellowship journey, watch one of our recent Fellows reflect on their 6 months abroad in George, South Africa : YouTube video link

General Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years work experience in the NHS
• Currently employed within the NHS in England
• Relevant professional qualification and registration if applicable
• Doctors and Dentists must have completed Foundation Year 2
• Clear Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Ability to commence a Fellowship in February or August and commit to a 6 or 12-month duration

What Do We Offer?

Fellows going abroad will benefit from the following:

• Monthly stipend for basic living expenses
• One return flight to partner country
• Required entry visa and/or residency/work permit
• Required vaccinations and anti-malarials
• Accommodation in a shared house with other volunteers
• Personal accident and business travel insurance
• Transport to and from the workplace, which may include a hire car
• Pro rata annual leave plus in-country public holidays

Types of Fellowships We Currently Offer

We currently offer two types of fellowships: quality improvement and research.

1. Quality Improvement Fellowships
The NHS Global Fellowships team currently offers two fellowships with a quality improvement (QI) focus:

• General Quality Improvement Fellowships – These fellowships are six months long, living and working in the allocated country. They cover a range of project topics defined by overseas partners and local health system needs. Delivered in several countries. To check the specific eligibility criteria, click here.
• Gulu Diagnostic Imaging Project (GDIP) – This six-month fellowship in Gulu, Uganda, focuses on capacity building within imaging services in two hospitals. To check the specific eligibility criteria, click here.

2. Research Fellowships
The NHS Global Fellowships team offers the Thailand Global Health Research Fellowship (TGHR), a Managed Education Partnership (MEP) for a 12-month bilateral exchange. This fellowship provides Thai doctors the opportunity to work and learn in the UK and NHS doctors to undertake research in Thailand. The fellowship focuses on global health in a healthcare system different from the NHS.  Click here for more information.

Application form:

Fill out the application form: https://forms.office.com/e/u7xAp02wXc

Closing date:

Complete the application by 9am, Monday 19 August 2024

Recruitment Events

Join our recruitment events for more information and an opportunity to ask questions:
Tuesday 6 August 2024 – 19:00-20:30
Join the meeting now
Meeting ID: 338 630 534 324
Passcode: AQ8vgM

For more information on the NHS Global Fellowships, visit the website. If you still have questions, please email us at england.global.fellowships@nhs.net.

The True Blue Fellowship (formerly the Fellowship Grant Program) is dedicated to empowering youth worldwide to leverage the creative arts in making a tangible difference in their local communities. This initiative, originally created and led by the Future Blue Youth Council (FBYC)—a diverse group of Bow Seat alumni—aims to safeguard the ocean, waterways, and the climate through creativity and advocacy.

Fellowship Benefits

The True Blue Fellowship is offered to 10 youth-led projects that address ocean, waterways, and/or climate change issues through a creative arts lens. Selected Fellows will receive:

• Up to $2,500 USD in funding.
• Access to a community of Fellows and capacity building programs.
• Mentorship and support from the Future Blue Youth Council and Bow Seat staff.

All applicants, regardless of selection, will have access to resources to help develop grant writing, project management, and fundraising skills.

Fellowship Requirements

Projects must:

• Utilize the creative arts as the primary method for awareness and/or action.
• Co-create with and engage others in the local community.
• Have a tangible impact on the local community and environment.

Creative Arts in Action

Creative arts can mean anything from visual arts, film, interactive & multimedia, performing arts, poetry, creative writing, and more. Your project should incorporate some creative arts element to create change. Here are some current grantees for inspiration:

• The Eco Poets: Using poetry to raise awareness about climate change.
• The Mazingira School Drive: Using performing arts to raise awareness about the effects of gold mining in their local community and recruiting community members to participate in restoration efforts.
• Mindful Nature: Using art therapy along with nature-based therapy to address mental health issues among youth in their local community.

You do not need to be a skilled artist yourself. Consider co-creating with your community. There are numerous ways the creative arts can be used as a catalyst for change.

Focus Areas

Bow Seat’s True Blue Fellowship is focused specifically on the ocean, waterways, and/or climate change. This broad scope allows for a variety of environmental and social justice issues to be addressed creatively.

Deadline

Applications are due on September 1st at 11:59 PM EDT.

Application Process

Rules & Eligibility

1. Who May Enter: Open to young people worldwide ages 13-24 (applications must be in English).
2. Proof of Eligibility: Proof of age, identity, or eligibility may be required  after submission.
3. Location: Open to young people worldwide.
4. Participants: Individuals, classes, groups, clubs, or organizations. Groups must select one leader as the primary contact.
5. Project Age: Projects must be new or emerging (no older than 2 years).
6. Creative Arts Focus: Projects must use creative arts as the primary method to enact change.
7. Environmental Focus: Projects must address ocean, waterways, and/or climate change issues.

Note: Fellows under 18 years of age must have their parent/legal guardian sign and complete the Affidavit of Eligibility/Liability Release and, where lawful, the Publicity Release on their behalf.

Selection Criteria

Applications will be evaluated based on:

• Alignment with Fellowship goals.
• Demonstrated issue knowledge.
• Thoughtful approach.
• Realistic goals, including an appropriate budget and timeline.
• Likely to result in measurable impacts.

Commitment

Selected Fellows will be required to:

• Verify their eligibility by completing, signing, and returning an Affidavit of Eligibility/Liability Release, and, where lawful, a Publicity Release within five (5) business days of attempted notification
• Work closely with Future Blue Youth Council (FBYC) mentors, Bow Seat staff, and partners including calls with FBYC mentors at least once a month as well as informal check-ins via an online WhatsApp chat community, and emails when required. 
• Submit quarterly reports including a mid-year and end-of-year report that detail project updates, successes, key learnings, and expenses incurred.
• Support their Future Blue Youth Council mentors with developing a blog post about the project.
• Attend a virtual weekend orientation on Saturday, January 4th 2025, cohort meetings every other month, and capacity building workshops.

Marketing and Promotion

Bow Seat and the Future Blue Youth Council reserve the right to use Fellows’ work for marketing and promotional purposes in any media. They promise to administer the Fellowship fairly, ethically, and with integrity.

Learn More

Visit the following links to explore more about the True Blue Fellowship:

• Apply Now
• FAQs
• Current Fellows
• 2023 Fellows
• 2022 Fellows
• Fellowship Resources
• Fellowship News
• Future Blue Youth Council
• Past Programs

Categories and Eligibility:

1. Policy Fellow (Master’s students)
   • Responsibilities: Assist in policy framework development, engage with policymakers, conduct research, and contribute to policy briefs.
   • Eligibility: Current Master’s students in public policy, international relations, economics, political science, development studies, or related fields.
2. Project Fellow (Master’s students)
   • Responsibilities: Participate in planning, execution, and evaluation of development projects. Work with stakeholders to align projects with sustainable development objectives.
   • Eligibility: Current Master’s students in management, business administration, information systems, engineering, sciences, or related fields.
3. Research Fellow (Doctorate/Ph.D. students)
   • Responsibilities: Conduct in-depth research on sustainable development, technological innovation, and digitalization. Publish findings and present at conferences.
   • Eligibility: Current Doctorate/Ph.D. students in public policy, international relations, economics, political science, development studies, management, business administration, information systems, engineering, sciences, or related fields.
4. Senior Fellow (PostDocs/Ph.D. holders)
   • Responsibilities: Conduct in-depth research on sustainable development, technological innovation, and digitalization. Publish findings and present at conferences.
   • Eligibility: Current PostDocs/Ph.D. holders in public policy, international relations, economics, political science, development studies, management, business administration, information systems, engineering, sciences, or related fields.

Benefits:

• Professional Development: Gain hands-on experience working with a global network of experts, policymakers, and development practitioners.
• Mentorship: Receive guidance and support from high-level professionals.
• Networking: Build connections with influential figures in governments, public institutions, academia, and private sectors.
• Publication Opportunities: Contribute to high-impact publications and reports.

Application Process: Interested candidates are invited to submit the following materials:

• Resume/CV: Highlighting academic and professional experiences relevant to the fellowship category.
• Application Form

Application Deadline: All application materials must be submitted by July 31st, 2024. Late applications will not be considered.

Apply here

About the Program:

The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) HBCU Faculty Fellowship and Grant Program aims to support faculty at Historically Black College or University. (Please consult this list to determine whether your institution is eligible.) in their research endeavors by providing grants and fellowships tailored to the needs of these institutions.

There are two types of awards available through the program:

1. Grants of up to $10,000 for research project development, with a grant term of 12 to 15 months.
2. Fellowships of up to $50,000 to support sustained time and engagement with a significant research project, with an award term of 15 to 27 months.

Details:

• ACLS will award up to 12 grants and up to eight fellowships.
• Applicants are encouraged to choose the award type that best aligns with their research goals and professional commitments.
• The funds can be used for anything necessary to advance the project.
• In addition to the stipend, awardees will have access to networking and mentorship opportunities that support their scholarly goals.
• Each award also includes an institutional grant of $2,500 to the recipient’s home institution to enhance humanities programming or infrastructure.
• ACLS offers support for applicants through informational webinars, office hours, and feedback on draft applications.

ACLS HBCU Faculty Fellowship Program:

• Stipend: $30,000 to $50,000 fellowships to be used for semester or year-long research leaves, summer salary, or course releases, and any other activities that advance the proposed project, including (but not limited to) travel to collections or conferences, research and editorial support, and child- or eldercare costs.
• The award term runs from June 1, 2025, to August 31, 2027
• The deadline for submitting through the ACLS online fellowship administration system (ofa.acls.org) is no later than 9:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, November 6, 2024.

Eligibility:

• Applicants must be employed primarily as instructors at an institution designated as an Historically Black College or University. Applicants do not need to be appointed full-time and do not need to be on the tenure-track. Part-time and adjunct instructors are welcome to apply. All awardees must remain employed at an accredited HBCU for the duration of the award term.
• Have an MA or PhD in the humanities or related social sciences that was conferred by the application deadline.
• Projects should focus on humanities or social science topics in higher education settings and incorporate original research.
• We especially welcome applications from faculty whose perspectives have been historically underrepresented in the academy, including (but not limited to) Black/African American, Hispanic/Latinx, and Indigenous scholars from around the world; people with disabilities; queer, trans, and gender nonconforming people; and people of diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
• We encourage applications from all types of institutions represented among HBCUs, including both two-year and four-year degree-granting institutions.

Application should include:

• Completed application form (this includes basic biographical information, as well as short-answer questions describing your project, teaching and service responsibilities, and institutional context).
• A brief personal statement describing your journey as a scholar and how personal experience, scholarly influences, and broader research interests inform your proposed project (one page, double spaced).
• Proposal detailing project context and goals, work already undertaken, and resources needed to complete project (no more than five pages, double spaced, including any footnotes or endnotes, and any images).
• A bibliography of up to two pages (single spaced, with separate sections detailing primary sources – if applicable – and secondary literature).
• A one-page workplan detailing work to be conducted during award tenure. (Please review the suggested guidelines for this application component.)
• A basic budget. (ACLS provides a sample template for reference.)

Apply and read more information about the FELLOWSHIP Program

ACLS Project Grants for HBCU Faculty:

• Up to $10,000 stipend for project activities
• 12-15 months tenure starting June 1, 2025
• Additional $2,500 grant to home institution
• $500 grant for finalists
• Applications due November 6, 2024
• Notifications in late March 2025

Use of Grant Funds:

• Research, teaching, and professional development support
• Course releases, travel, publications, collaborations, community engagement

Eligibility:

• Instructors at Historically Black College or University with MA or PhD in humanities or related social sciences
• Must participate in networking events
• Projects must address humanities or social sciences topics in higher education

Evaluation Criteria:

• Engaging with field of study
• Quality of proposal
• Feasibility of project
• Appropriateness for funding type
• Contribution to inclusive excellence

Application should include:

• Completed application form (this includes basic biographical information, as well as short-answer questions regarding your journey as a scholar, research interests, teaching responsibilities, and institutional context).
• Proposal detailing the project’s research base and goals; work already undertaken (if any); and resources needed to complete the project (no more than two pages double spaced including any footnotes or endnotes).
• Optional: Up to one page of images or figures, if needed.
• A brief personal statement describing your journey as a scholar and how personal experience, scholarly influences, and broader research interests inform your proposed project (one page, double spaced).
• A bibliography (one page, single spaced, with separate sections detailing primary sources – if applicable – and secondary literature).
• A one-page workplan detailing work to be conducted during award tenure. (Review the suggested guidelines for this application component.)
• A basic budget. (ACLS provides a sample template for reference.)

Apply and read more information about the GRANT Program