Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity Fellowship 2026-2027 (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for the 2026-2027 Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity Fellowship Program, a fully funded global leadership initiative for early to mid-career professionals committed to eliminating health disparities.

The program brings together leaders from diverse sectors that influence health and well-being, including:

• Medicine and health care delivery
• Public policy and government
• Law and academia
• Journalism and media
• Business and social enterprise
• Housing and community development
• Research and advocacy
• Arts and culture

The fellowship builds a multidisciplinary network of leaders equipped with the technical skills, leadership capacity, and global connections needed to advance health equity worldwide.

Who Should Apply?

The fellowship is ideal for individuals who:

• Are early to mid-career professionals
• Are currently engaged in health-related work
• Hold leadership roles or demonstrate strong leadership potential
• Are committed to eliminating health disparities
• Value diverse perspectives
• Thrive in collaborative environments

Program Structure & Expectations

Selected fellows are expected to:

• Attend in-person convenings throughout the year (approximately 4 weeks total commitment)
• Participate in a robust online curriculum requiring 12–16 hours per month, including:
  • Biweekly online classes
  • Individualized coaching
  • Peer mentoring
  • Team-based learning
• Be proficient in English

All educational and travel expenses related to the fellowship are fully covered by the program.

Selection Criteria

Fellows are selected based on:

• Demonstrated commitment to health equity
• Leadership potential
• Strength of statement of interest
• Quality of proposed fellowship project
• Strong letters of recommendation
• Employer support

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Application Components

Applicants must complete the following:

1️⃣ Personal Information

Basic demographic and professional background details.

2️⃣ Short Answer Questions

Responses covering:

• Leadership motivation
• Community impact
• Professional achievements
• Proposed fellowship project

3️⃣ Video Responses

After submitting written responses, applicants will receive an email invitation to record short video answers.
Applications are incomplete without a video submission.
Video deadline: March 18, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EDT.

4️⃣ Employer Support Form

Must be completed by a direct supervisor confirming support for participation.

5️⃣ Two Letters of Recommendation

• Specific to the Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity
• At least one from a direct supervisor

6️⃣ CV or Resume

Application Timeline

• February 18, 2026 – Application Opens
• February 25, 2026 – Informational Webinar
• March 18, 2026 – Application Deadline
• April–May 2026 – Review Period
• June 2026 – Interview Invitations
• Late July 2026 – Acceptance Notifications

Why Apply?

The Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity Fellowship offers:

• Fully funded participation
• Global leadership development
• Multidisciplinary peer network
• Coaching and mentorship
• Opportunity to advance a real-world health equity project

This fellowship is ideal for professionals who want to scale their impact and drive systemic change in health equity at local, national, and global levels.

Apply for the Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity Fellowship

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