{"id":64002,"date":"2025-10-04T20:07:02","date_gmt":"2025-10-04T20:07:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunitiesforyouth.org\/?p=64002"},"modified":"2025-10-04T20:07:02","modified_gmt":"2025-10-04T20:07:02","slug":"applications-open-for-the-2026-2027-harvard-lead-fellowship-for-promoting-women-in-global-healthfully-funded","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunitiesconnect.com\/?p=64002","title":{"rendered":"Applications Open for the 2026-2027 Harvard LEAD Fellowship for Promoting Women in Global Health(Fully-funded)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"263\"><strong data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"261\">Deadline: November 30, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"524\">The Harvard Global Health Institute (HGHI) and the Department of Global Health and Population at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health are now accepting applications for the <strong data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"521\">2026-2027 Harvard LEAD Fellowship for Promoting Women in Global Health<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"864\">This prestigious one-year fellowship is specifically designed for individuals from <strong data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"653\">low- and middle-income countries (LMICs)<\/strong> who are committed to advancing leadership in global health. The program aims to equip and empower fellows with the skills, knowledge, and network to lead transformative change in their countries and globally.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"895\">Fellowship Overview<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"1137\">The <strong data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"928\">Harvard LEAD Fellowship<\/strong> runs from <strong data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"980\">September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027<\/strong>, combining virtual and in-person learning experiences. Fellows will engage in a <strong data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1120\">12-month personalized leadership development curriculum<\/strong> that includes:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1481\">\n<li data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1187\">\n<p data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1187\"><strong data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1185\">One-on-one executive leadership coaching<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1188\" data-end=\"1243\">\n<p data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1243\"><strong data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1213\">Tailored mentorship<\/strong> with senior Harvard faculty<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1279\">\n<p data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1279\"><strong data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1277\">Executive education courses<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1347\">\n<p data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1347\"><strong data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1308\">Speaking opportunities<\/strong> at high-profile global health events<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1411\">\n<p data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1411\"><strong data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1386\">Private leadership masterclasses<\/strong> led by Harvard experts<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1481\">\n<p data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1481\"><strong data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1442\">Networking opportunities<\/strong> across Harvard University and beyond<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1790\">A key component of the program is a <strong data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1632\">six-week, in-residence experience at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, scheduled for April 2027<\/strong>. Fellows will participate in intensive workshops, courses, and leadership activities while building long-term connections with mentors, peers, and faculty.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1848\">What Makes the Harvard LEAD Fellowship Unique?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"2069\">Unlike many traditional fellowships, the <strong data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1918\">Harvard LEAD Fellowship<\/strong> is <strong data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"1945\">highly customizable<\/strong>. Each fellow creates their own leadership development plan, supported by Harvard faculty and mentors. The program offers:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2422\">\n<li data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2141\">\n<p data-start=\"2073\" data-end=\"2141\">A chance to <strong data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2112\">reflect and recalibrate<\/strong> as a global health leader.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2208\">\n<p data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2208\">Direct access to Harvard\u2019s <strong data-start=\"2171\" data-end=\"2205\">world-class academic resources<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2209\" data-end=\"2296\">\n<p data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2296\">Training that emphasizes <strong data-start=\"2236\" data-end=\"2276\">gender equity and women\u2019s leadership<\/strong> in global health.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2297\" data-end=\"2422\">\n<p data-start=\"2299\" data-end=\"2422\">A supportive community of past and current fellows who now form a growing international network of global health leaders.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2424\" data-end=\"2672\">Since its inception, the fellowship has welcomed fellows from <strong data-start=\"2486\" data-end=\"2557\">18 countries across Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, and South America<\/strong>, representing diverse fields including <strong data-start=\"2597\" data-end=\"2669\">health policy, clinical work, research, administration, and advocacy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2679\" data-end=\"2706\">Key Program Components<\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"2708\" data-end=\"2746\">1. Executive Leadership Coaching<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2747\" data-end=\"2989\">Fellows work with an executive coach to enhance their leadership skills, supported by assessments such as the <strong data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"2899\">Leadership Versatility Index (LVI) 360<\/strong>. Coaching continues throughout the program to guide reintegration and sustained growth.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"3021\">2. One-on-One Mentorship<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3022\" data-end=\"3223\">Each fellow is paired with <strong data-start=\"3049\" data-end=\"3076\">Harvard faculty mentors<\/strong> aligned with their professional interests. Past mentors include Dr. Ana Langer, Dr. Rifat Atun, Dr. Kathryn Rexrode, and Professor Alicia Yamin.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3225\" data-end=\"3256\">3. Speaking Opportunities<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3257\" data-end=\"3400\">Fellows present at global health events, panel discussions, and Harvard-hosted programs, gaining international visibility as thought leaders.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3402\" data-end=\"3438\">4. Executive Education Courses<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3439\" data-end=\"3554\">Fellows attend a <strong data-start=\"3456\" data-end=\"3494\">Harvard executive education course<\/strong>, such as <em data-start=\"3504\" data-end=\"3521\">Women and Power<\/em> at the Harvard Kennedy School.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3556\" data-end=\"3597\">5. Private Leadership Masterclasses<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3598\" data-end=\"3655\">Fellows join small, interactive masterclasses covering:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3656\" data-end=\"3824\">\n<li data-start=\"3656\" data-end=\"3704\">\n<p data-start=\"3658\" data-end=\"3704\">Public speaking and persuasive communication<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3705\" data-end=\"3742\">\n<p data-start=\"3707\" data-end=\"3742\">Negotiation and crisis leadership<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3743\" data-end=\"3786\">\n<p data-start=\"3745\" data-end=\"3786\">Conflict resolution and decision-making<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3787\" data-end=\"3824\">\n<p data-start=\"3789\" data-end=\"3824\">Designing equitable organizations<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"3831\" data-end=\"3860\">Eligibility Requirements<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3862\" data-end=\"3918\">To apply, candidates must meet the following criteria:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3920\" data-end=\"4500\">\n<li data-start=\"3920\" data-end=\"3980\">\n<p data-start=\"3922\" data-end=\"3980\">Hold at least a <strong data-start=\"3938\" data-end=\"3957\">Master\u2019s degree<\/strong> in a relevant field.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3981\" data-end=\"4084\">\n<p data-start=\"3983\" data-end=\"4084\">Have a <strong data-start=\"3990\" data-end=\"4040\">minimum of 10 years of professional experience<\/strong> in global health beyond formal education.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4085\" data-end=\"4165\">\n<p data-start=\"4087\" data-end=\"4165\">Work full-time in global health with demonstrated <strong data-start=\"4137\" data-end=\"4162\">leadership experience<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4166\" data-end=\"4259\">\n<p data-start=\"4168\" data-end=\"4259\">Be able to take a <strong data-start=\"4186\" data-end=\"4213\">6-week leave of absence<\/strong> in April 2027 for the in-residence portion.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4260\" data-end=\"4317\">\n<p data-start=\"4262\" data-end=\"4317\">Be eligible for a <strong data-start=\"4280\" data-end=\"4292\">J-1 visa<\/strong> for the United States.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4318\" data-end=\"4408\">\n<p data-start=\"4320\" data-end=\"4408\">Have <strong data-start=\"4325\" data-end=\"4383\">not participated in a full-time fellowship (4+ months)<\/strong> in the past two years.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4409\" data-end=\"4500\">\n<p data-start=\"4411\" data-end=\"4500\">Submit <strong data-start=\"4418\" data-end=\"4468\">letters of institutional and mentor commitment<\/strong>, confirming employer support.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4502\" data-end=\"4656\">All expenses related to the in-residence experience\u2014including <strong data-start=\"4564\" data-end=\"4617\">visa fees, flights, housing, and a living stipend<\/strong>\u2014are fully covered by the fellowship.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4663\" data-end=\"4692\">Application Requirements<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4694\" data-end=\"4773\">Applicants must submit the following by <strong data-start=\"4734\" data-end=\"4771\">November 30, 2025 (11:59 PM EST):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"4775\" data-end=\"5348\">\n<li data-start=\"4775\" data-end=\"4793\">\n<p data-start=\"4778\" data-end=\"4793\"><strong data-start=\"4778\" data-end=\"4791\">CV\/Resume<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4794\" data-end=\"4910\">\n<p data-start=\"4797\" data-end=\"4910\"><strong data-start=\"4797\" data-end=\"4833\">Letter of Intent (max 1.5 pages)<\/strong> describing professional journey and how the fellowship will create impact.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4911\" data-end=\"5105\">\n<p data-start=\"4914\" data-end=\"4961\"><strong data-start=\"4914\" data-end=\"4959\">Four short essays (2000 characters each):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4965\" data-end=\"5105\">\n<li data-start=\"4965\" data-end=\"5001\">\n<p data-start=\"4967\" data-end=\"5001\">Career development\/training plan<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5005\" data-end=\"5021\">\n<p data-start=\"5007\" data-end=\"5021\">Project plan<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5025\" data-end=\"5044\">\n<p data-start=\"5027\" data-end=\"5044\">Mentorship plan<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5048\" data-end=\"5105\">\n<p data-start=\"5050\" data-end=\"5105\">Fellowship impact on organization, field, and country<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5106\" data-end=\"5178\">\n<p data-start=\"5109\" data-end=\"5178\"><strong data-start=\"5109\" data-end=\"5147\">Letter of Institutional Commitment<\/strong> supporting leave of absence.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5179\" data-end=\"5245\">\n<p data-start=\"5182\" data-end=\"5245\"><strong data-start=\"5182\" data-end=\"5213\">Letter of Mentor Commitment<\/strong> from a professional champion.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5246\" data-end=\"5348\">\n<p data-start=\"5249\" data-end=\"5348\"><strong data-start=\"5249\" data-end=\"5285\">Two additional reference letters<\/strong> (including one from current\/recent professional engagement).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"5350\" data-end=\"5418\">Applicants will be notified in <strong data-start=\"5381\" data-end=\"5396\">Spring 2026<\/strong> of their selection.<\/p>\n<table class=\"mcnTextBlock\" border=\"0\" width=\"100%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody class=\"mcnTextBlockOuter\">\n<tr>\n<td class=\"mcnTextBlockInner\" valign=\"top\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table class=\"mcnButtonBlock\" border=\"0\" width=\"100%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody class=\"mcnButtonBlockOuter\">\n<tr>\n<td class=\"mcnButtonBlockInner\" align=\"center\" valign=\"top\">\n<table class=\"mcnButtonContentContainer\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"mcnButtonContent\" align=\"center\" valign=\"middle\"><a class=\"mcnButton \" title=\"Learn More and Apply\" href=\"https:\/\/globalhealth.harvard.edu\/fellowships\/harvard-lead-fellowship\/#LEAD-Fellowship\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn More and Apply<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<hr data-start=\"5420\" data-end=\"5423\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"5425\" data-end=\"5440\">Why Apply?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5442\" data-end=\"5800\">The <strong data-start=\"5446\" data-end=\"5510\">Harvard LEAD Fellowship for Promoting Women in Global Health<\/strong> is more than an academic program\u2014it is an opportunity to join a <strong data-start=\"5575\" data-end=\"5641\">global movement of leaders shaping the future of health equity<\/strong>. By combining mentorship, leadership training, and global exposure, the fellowship empowers mid-career professionals to take their impact to the next level.<\/p>\n<table class=\"mcnTextBlock\" border=\"0\" width=\"100%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody class=\"mcnTextBlockOuter\">\n<tr>\n<td class=\"mcnTextBlockInner\" valign=\"top\">\n<table class=\"mcnTextContentContainer\" border=\"0\" width=\"100%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" align=\"left\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"mcnTextContent\" valign=\"top\">\n<div>All application materials are due by\u00a0<strong><em>11:59<\/em><em>PM<\/em>\u00a0EST, Sunday, November 30th, 2025.\u00a0<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table class=\"mcnButtonBlock\" border=\"0\" width=\"100%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody class=\"mcnButtonBlockOuter\">\n<tr>\n<td class=\"mcnButtonBlockInner\" align=\"center\" valign=\"top\">\n<table class=\"mcnButtonContentContainer\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"mcnButtonContent\" align=\"center\" valign=\"middle\"><strong><a class=\"mcnButton \" title=\"Learn More and Apply\" href=\"https:\/\/globalhealth.harvard.edu\/fellowships\/harvard-lead-fellowship\/#LEAD-Fellowship\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn More and Apply<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table class=\"mcnButtonBlock\" border=\"0\" width=\"100%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody class=\"mcnButtonBlockOuter\">\n<tr>\n<td class=\"mcnButtonBlockInner\" align=\"center\" valign=\"top\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 data-start=\"5807\" data-end=\"5832\">Application Deadline<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"5834\" data-end=\"6015\">\n<li data-start=\"5834\" data-end=\"5869\">\n<p data-start=\"5836\" data-end=\"5869\"><strong data-start=\"5836\" data-end=\"5849\">Deadline:<\/strong> November 30, 2025<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5870\" data-end=\"5928\">\n<p data-start=\"5872\" data-end=\"5928\"><strong data-start=\"5872\" data-end=\"5890\">Program Dates:<\/strong> September 1, 2026 \u2013 August 31, 2027<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5929\" data-end=\"6015\">\n<p data-start=\"5931\" data-end=\"6015\"><strong data-start=\"5931\" data-end=\"5955\">In-Residence Period:<\/strong> April 2027 (6 weeks at Harvard University, Cambridge, MA)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"6017\" data-end=\"6209\">For more information and to apply, visit the <strong data-start=\"6062\" data-end=\"6162\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"6064\" data-end=\"6160\">Harvard Global Health Institute Fellowship Page<\/a><\/strong> or contact <strong data-start=\"6174\" data-end=\"6206\"><a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"mailto:HGHI_Fellowships@harvard.edu\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"6176\" data-end=\"6204\">HGHI_Fellowships@harvard.edu<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<table class=\"mcnTextBlock\" border=\"0\" width=\"100%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody class=\"mcnTextBlockOuter\">\n<tr>\n<td class=\"mcnTextBlockInner\" valign=\"top\">\n<table class=\"mcnTextContentContainer\" border=\"0\" width=\"100%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" align=\"left\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"mcnTextContent\" valign=\"top\">\n<div>All application materials are due by\u00a0<strong><em>11:59<\/em><em>PM<\/em>\u00a0EST, Sunday, November 30th, 2025.\u00a0<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table class=\"mcnButtonBlock\" border=\"0\" width=\"100%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody class=\"mcnButtonBlockOuter\">\n<tr>\n<td class=\"mcnButtonBlockInner\" align=\"center\" valign=\"top\">\n<table class=\"mcnButtonContentContainer\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"mcnButtonContent\" align=\"center\" valign=\"middle\"><a class=\"mcnButton \" title=\"Learn More and Apply\" href=\"https:\/\/globalhealth.harvard.edu\/fellowships\/harvard-lead-fellowship\/#LEAD-Fellowship\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn More and Apply<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Deadline: November 30, 2025 The Harvard Global Health Institute (HGHI) and the Department of Global Health and Population at the Harvard T.H. 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