Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity 2027 (Fully Funded Global Fellowship, Deadline March 18)
The Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity 2027 is a prestigious, fully funded global leadership fellowship for early- to mid-career professionals working to reduce health disparities worldwide. Fellows receive advanced leadership training, global networking, and fully covered travel and learning experiences to strengthen their impact in health equity.
Quick Facts
- Host Organization: George Washington University (USA) & Atlantic Institute.
- Study Level / Type: Leadership Fellowship
- Funding Type: Fully Funded
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Deadline: March 18, 2026
About the Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity Program
The Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity is a global leadership development program designed to empower professionals committed to eliminating health inequities. The fellowship brings together leaders from diverse sectors such as public health, medicine, policy, research, law, journalism, social enterprise, education, and community development.
Each year, 15–20 fellows are selected to join a multidisciplinary global cohort. Through in-person convenings, virtual learning, mentorship, and collaborative projects, fellows gain the knowledge, leadership skills, and international network needed to drive meaningful change in health systems and communities.
The program supports fellows in advancing a real-world project focused on improving health equity within their professional or community context.
Interested in more health-related funding? Check out the Bayer Foundation Scientific Fellowship.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity 2027, applicants must:
- Have at least 3 years of full-time professional experience
- Be early- to mid-career professionals
- Currently work in a health-related or health-impact sector
- Hold a leadership role or have strong leadership potential
- Demonstrate commitment to reducing health disparities
- Be comfortable working in diverse, multidisciplinary teams
- Be proficient in English
- Have employer support to participate in fellowship activities
Eligible sectors include health care, public policy, academia, research, law, housing, media, business, arts, and social impact fields.
Benefits
The Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity is a fully funded fellowship that provides:
- Full coverage of travel and accommodation for all program convenings
- Access to intensive leadership and health equity training
- Personalized coaching and mentorship
- Participation in biweekly global learning sessions
- Membership in the global Atlantic Fellows network
- Support to advance a health equity leadership project
- International professional exposure and collaboration opportunities
There is no cost to fellows for participation.
Application Process
To apply for the Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity 2027:
- Complete the online fellowship application form
- Submit short written responses about your leadership and work
- Upload your CV or resume
- Provide two professional recommendation letters
- Submit the employer support form
- Record and submit short video responses (after the written stage)
- Participate in interviews if shortlisted
Applications are reviewed between April and May 2026, with final decisions announced in July 2026.
How to Apply
If you are a health professional, policy leader, researcher, or social impact practitioner committed to advancing health equity globally, the Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity 2027 offers one of the most prestigious fully funded leadership fellowships available today.
Apply before March 18, 2026, to join a global community of changemakers transforming health systems and reducing disparities worldwide.
For more details, see the Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity Program.
