NED 2023-2024 Penn Kemble Forum on Democracy Fellowship, U.S.A

Applications for the Penn Kemble Forum on Democracy Fellowship 2023-2024 are now open. The fellowship brings together young US foreign policy professionals to explore the ideas underpinning free societies.

The Penn Kemble Forum on Democracy promotes bipartisan conversation among young foreign policy leaders in Washington, DC. The Forum is an opportunity for them to share ideas across sectors and explore the role of democracy and human rights within the context of a broad range of policy questions. The Forum convenes monthly for off-the-record dinner conversations led by foreign policy experts, government officials (past and present), and democracy practitioners. Penn Kemble Fellows have met with Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Dr. Francis Fukuyama, Azar Nafisi (Reading Lolita in Tehran), and many others.

• Table of Content
• About National Endowment for Democracy (NED)
• NED Penn Kemble Forum on Democracy Fellowship
• Aim and Benefits of NED Penn Kemble Forum on Democracy Fellowship
• Requirements for NED Penn Kemble Forum on Democracy Fellowship Qualification
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About National Endowment for Democracy (NED)

The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) is a private, nonprofit foundation dedicated to the growth and strengthening of democratic institutions around the world. Each year, NED makes more than 1,600 grants to support the projects of non-governmental groups abroad who are working for democratic goals in more than 90 countries. Since its founding in 1983, the Endowment has remained on the leading edge of democratic struggles everywhere, while evolving into a multifaceted institution that is a hub of activity, resources and intellectual exchange for activists, practitioners and sc... continue reading

NED Penn Kemble Forum on Democracy Fellowship

Aim and Benefits of NED Penn Kemble Forum on Democracy Fellowship

No ‘democracy experience’ required – applications are encouraged from the Hill, security-focused young professionals, journalists covering international affairs, and the private sector, as well as from democracy and development practitioners.

It is organized and sponsored by the National Endowment for Democracy with the assistance of a distinguished advisory committee of scholars and practitioners

The program is unpaid and nonresidential. Successful applicants are expected to attend the monthly seminars (to be held after working hours), although additional events and meetings will be scheduled.

Requirements for NED Penn Kemble Forum on Democracy Fellowship Qualification

• Fellows must be based in the Washington, DC region.
• Applicants should have between 5 to 10 years of professional experience in international affairs, foreign policy, or national security.
• Fellows must be available to attend a Saturday morning retreat held at the NED offices on September 23.
• Fellows are expected to attend a minimum of two-thirds of scheduled monthly roundtables. Attendance at other events (such as happy hours and career development seminars) is optional but encouraged.

Documents Required for Application

Applicants are asked to complete the application form, which includes the following required documents:

• Current resume;
• A statement of interest (500 words maximum) describing how the applicant will contribute to and benefit from the Forum;
• Letter of recommendation from a current or former employer or academic supervisor detailing the applicant’s intellectual and analytical abilities, international commitment or experience, and personal qualities.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details vsisit: NED website.