PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
It is a fellowships program that provides a grant to successful applicants to carry out a project during the fellowship period of one month to one year in a country or countries (currently confined to Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand).
The API Fellowships Program offers two (2) categories of Fellowships: API Senior Fellowships and API Fellowships. The categorization is based essentially on the age of the applicant.

WHO MAY APPLY
Anyone involved in the production and exchange of knowledge or ideas in line with the goals of API Fellowships Program. This includes academics, researchers, media professionals, artists, writers, NGO workers, social workers, public servants and others who work for the betterment of society.

General eligibility:
- Applicants must hold the nationality or proper resident status in one of the five (5) Participating Countries and reside in the country at the time of application;
- Applicants must attend an interview at a designated date and place;
- The proposed project by the applicant must take place and should be completed within the period of July 1, 2011 to July 31, 2012 (Note: The fellowship period must be continuous.);
- Applicants must have a basic knowledge of English or a laungage(s) spoken in the country(ies) where the proposed research and/or activities are conducted; and
- Applicants must be based in the region/country and will continue to be so in the future.

The API Senior Fellowships are meant for those with an established track record as a public intellectual and who are at least 40 years of age, as of August 31, 2010. The project may be carried out for a minimum of one (1) month to a maximum of twelve (12) months. Up to four (4) API Participating Countries may be visited.

In addition to the general eligibility above, the applicants for the API Senior Fellowships must:

- Be 40 years of age or more as of August 31, 2010 (exceptions may be made);
- Have the ability and experience to conduct research projects and/or professional activities in the Participating Countries other than the applicant’s native country or country of residence;
- Undertake the proposed research projects and/or professional activities in up to four (4) of the Participating Countries, but in a country(ies) other than the applicant’s native country or country of residence;
- Undertake the proposed research projects and/or professional activities for a continuous period of between one (1) and twelve (12) months (Note: The fellowship period must be continuous.); and
- Have the ability, influence, and means to disseminate the results of their research projects and/or professional activities.

The API Fellowships are for those under 40 years of age, as of August 31, 2010. The project may be carried out for a minimum of four (4) months to a maximum of twelve (12) months. Up to two (2) API Participating Countries may be visited.

In addition to the general eligibility above, the applicants for the API Fellowships must:

- Be under the age of 40 as of August 31, 2010 (exceptions may be made);
- Have the ability and desire to engage in research projects and/or professional activitites in the Participating Countries other than the applicant’s native or country of residence;
- Have a strong potential to contribute to their field in the future; – Undertake the proposed research projects and/or professional activities for a consecutive period of between four (4) and twelve (12) months (Note: The fellowship period must be continuous.); and
- Undertake the proposed research projects and/or professional activities in up to two (2) of the Participating Countries, but in a country(ies) other than the applicant’s native country or country of residernce.

REQUIREMENTS
An application must include:

1. Application Form
Please select your native country or country of residence to download the application form at www.api-fellowships.org
2. A Cover Letter
A cover letter with brief introduction of yourself and details of why you are applying for the API Fellowships Program.
3. A Curriculum Vitae
A full CV, written in English with details of your education, professional career, publications, and achievements. (Not more than three (3) pages in length.)
4. Two Reference Letters
If these are not in English, you must provide an English translation. These letters should be addressed to the API Fellowships Program, and be written within three (3) months before the deadline for submission.
5. A Project Proposal
Your project proposal must address to the following questions (in less than five (5) pages):
What is your project? Please answer in detail.
Why do you want to carry out this project?
Why are you the right person to do this project? (mention relevant previous experience.)
How are you going to do it? (methodology)
What will be the outputs (research paper, video, performance, etc.) and how will you disseminate it?
How does the project contribute to the goal of API?
What are your past achievements and future plans as a public intellectual? (organization, advocacy, publication, etc.) How will this Fellowship help you?

Note 1: Project proposals written by persons other than the applicant him/herself are NOT acceptable.
Note 2: Plagiarism in the project proposal is also strictly prohibited.

Please submit the all above documents in one envelope addressed to the Partner Institution in your country.

PHILIPPINES
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School of Social Sciences, Ateneo de Manila University
Address: Ground floor, Center for Community Services (CCS) Building
Social Development Complex, Loyola Heights, Quezon City 1108 Philippines
Contact Person: Ms. Isabel Consuelo A. Nazareno / Ms. Reina Rose A. Perez
Tel: +63-2-426-6001 +63-2-426-6001 ext. 5205
Fax: +63-2-426-1279
E-mail: inazareno_api@yahoo.com / api@admu.edu.ph

FUNDING

A stipend and housing allowance for the time spent overseas on the project, the amount varies by country;
- International transportation costs, for one round trip only;
- Domestic transportation allowance;
- Research allowance to cover computer costs, field expenses, books, translation fees, etc.; and
- Travel insurance during the fellowship period.

APPLICATION DEADLINE
31 August 2009

CONTACT INFORMATION
The Nippon Foundation
International Program Department
Address: 1-2-2 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-8404 Japan
URL: http://www.nippon-foundation.or.jp/eng/
Tel: +81-3-6229-5181 +81-3-6229-5181
Fax: +81-3-6229-5180
E-mail: api@ps.nippon-foundation.or.jp

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Leuven Centre for Global Governance Studies, a K.U.Leuven Centre of Excellence, hosts a 7-year research programme on ‘Global Governance and Democratic Government’ (2010-2017). This research programme aims at the construction of a newparadigm for democratic global governance.

WHO MAY APPLY
You are part of an interdisciplinary group of scholars conducting research on ‘Global Governance and Democratic
Government’.
• You conduct doctoral research – as part of the research programme on ‘Global Governance and Democratic
Government’ – in the area of political philosophy.
• You specialize in political philosophy, with emphasis on democratic theory. In particular, you explore the theoretical
preconditions of democratic representation. To do so, you will develop in particular expertise in contemporary
continental political theory. Your analysis will serve as the theoretical backdrop for the construction of a paradigm for
global governance practices which satisfy the demands of democracy and justice.
• You publish and hold presentations on topics related to the political philosophy of democratic representation.
• Within a four-year time span, your academic research will result in the submission and defence of a PhD-dissertation.
• You obtained a Master in Philosophy with a clear and demonstrable interest in political philosophy.
• You have excellent command of English.
• Foreign experience and knowledge – preferably an additional degree – of law, linguistics, political science or sociology
are a plus.
• During your studies you obtained excellent results from a leading university. Preferably, you graduated with great
distinction (magna cum laude).
• You are open to interdisciplinary research.
• You are able to work in a research team involving junior and senior colleagues and can organize your own activities.
• You are able to handle stress and deadlines and are familiar with multi-tasking

SCHOLARSHIP
Employment offer as full-time doctoral researcher starting on 1 November for 1 year, renewable up to 4 years.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Prof. Dr. Antoon Braeckman,
Toon.Braeckman@kuleuvenkortrijk.be
Tel:+32 16 326343

Applications must be received no later than 31/08/2010.
K.U.Leuven carries out an equal opportunity and diversity policy.

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The fellowship finances a three-month residence at the East-West Center in Washington, D.C. While in residence in Washington the fellows will complete an article or monograph to be considered for publication in a peer-reviewed publication, such as the East-West Center’s Asia Pacific Bulletin series or Asia Pacific Issues series. The first full draft of the manuscript should be completed before the end of the residency period. Fellows will also give a public presentation on their topic.

WHO MAY APPLY
The East-West Center in Washington (EWCW) is accepting applications from scholars and analysts who wish to undertake policy-relevant research and writing in one of the following areas: 1. International relations of Southeast Asia; 2. Political change in Southeast Asia; and 3. ASEAN integration and community-building efforts.
REQUIREMENTS
Successful applications will include a completed fellowship application form, cover letter, a full CV, two letters of reference, and a policy-relevant research proposal of ten pages (double spaced). The proposal should discuss the policy problem or issue to be examined, tentative hypothesis and arguments, a review and short bibliography of the relevant literature, plans for fieldwork (if any), and project time frame. If field research funds are sought, please briefly explain why and how they are to be used. All materials must be received by October 15, 2010, at:

Southeast Asia Fellowship Program
East-West Center in Washington
1819 L St., N.W., 2nd Floor
Washington, D.C. 20036-3866

FUNDING
Fellowships will include a monthly stipend of US$2,500 to $4,500 (dependent upon experience) while in residence at EWC in Washington and round trip airfare to Washington, D.C. Residency at the Center will start in September 2011. Additionally, at the discretion of the Director, a small grant to cover field research, in Asia only, may be available. Fieldwork in the region will be completed prior to residence at the East-West Center in Washington.

CONTACT INFORMATION
For more information please email: washington@eastwestcenter.org

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Knight International Fellows work with partner organizations on media-development projects designed to produce lasting, tangible change in the public interest. Fellows build skills and enhance the standards of independent media in these key regions: Asia/Pacific, Eurasia/Former Soviet Union, Latin America, Middle East/North Africa, and Sub-Saharan Africa.

WHO MAY APPLY
Candidates must be fluent in the language of the region where they are deployed and should have at least 10 years’ experience in journalism or related fields such as media-business management. Fellowships are open to any nationality for assignments of at least a year.

REQUIREMENTS
Candidates may apply for a specific, advertised opening, propose a Fellowship project they would like to implement, or submit a general application. In that case, the program may create Fellowships designed to take advantage of the skills of qualified applicants or to respond to specific local needs identified by the Fellowship candidate or local partner. Candidates are encouraged to list geographical preferences on their applications.

Finalists may be invited to ICFJ offices in Washington, DC, for interviews. If that is not feasible, they can be interviewed by ICFJ’s regional representatives or by phone.

Fellows are asked to attend a week-long orientation in Washington.

FUNDING
During the Fellowship, each Fellow receives an allowance for transportation, professional and living expenses and an honorarium. Fellows also have access to a Grants Fund. Approved grants cover the costs of special projects that benefit the program.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Emily Schult
Program Officer/Web Editor
Knight International Journalism Fellowships
1616 H Street N.W., 3rd floor, Washington, DC 20006
Fax: 202.737.0530.
Email: eschult at icfj dot org

CURRENT FELLOWSHIPS
Kenya, Knight Health Journalism Fellowship
Project focus: Public health issues including HIV/AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis and hygiene
Criteria: In-depth print/broadcast media experience
Language requirement: English

Malawi, Knight Development Journalism Fellowships
Project focus: Development issues including agriculture, employment, microfinance and sanitation
Criteria: In-depth print and digital media experience
Language requirement: English

Peru
Project focus: Work with a national network of television stations to create Peru’s first journalism training unit and a new corps of broadcasters skilled in election coverage. The goal: to build a cadre of local trainers and produce in-depth and balanced television reports about upcoming regional and presidential elections.
Criteria: Senior television journalists, skilled in media management and digital media.
Language requirement: Fluent in Spanish

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Open Society Fellowship supports individuals seeking innovative and unconventional approaches to fundamental open society challenges. The fellowship funds work that will enrich public understanding of those challenges and stimulate far-reaching and probing conversations within the Open Society Institute and in the world.

A fellowship project might identify a problem that has not previously been recognized, develop new policy ideas to address familiar problems, or offer a new advocacy strategy. Fellows should take advantage of the considerable intellectual and logistical resources of the Open Society Institute and expect to contribute meaningfully to OSI’s thinking in return.

WHO MAY APPLY
The Open Society Fellowship chooses its fellows from a diverse pool of applicants that includes journalists, activists, academics, and practitioners in a variety of fields. Applicants should possess a deep understanding of their chosen subject area and a track record of professional accomplishment.

The fellowship seeks “idea entrepreneurs” from across the world who are ready to challenge conventional wisdom. Successful applicants will be eager to exploit the many resources offered by OSI and be prepared to engage constructively with the global OSI community. Ideal fellows are specialists who can see beyond the parochialisms of their field and possess the tenacity to complete a project of exceptional merit.

REQUIREMENTS
All interested applicants should complete the online application form at https://oas.soros.org/oas and submit supporting materials for consideration. Please read the FAQs before applying. Applicants may submit a project proposal or other materials in a language other than English, as long as they also submit an English translation. Certified translations are strongly recommended.

Once the initial information has been entered, applicants receive login details and an ID number that allows them to make additions and revisions to the form until materials are submitted. The ID number should be quoted in any correspondence.

Applicants may mail their hard-copy materials to:

Open Society Fellowship
Open Society Institute
400 West 59th Street
New York, NY 10019

Note: Only applicants without Internet access may send an application by post. A PDF application form can be downloaded below. All others must apply online.

FELLOWSHIP SUPPORT
For a full-time fellow based in the U.S., the stipend ranges from $60,000 to $100,000. For fellows based in other countries, appropriate adjustments will be made to reflect the economic circumstances and costs of living in those countries. Stipends are based on several factors including work experience, seniority, prior earnings, and the proportion of time committed to the fellowship. The stipend does not necessarily equal the applicant’s current salary. In certain cases, fellows will receive additional financial support to enable them to meet the residency expectation.

In most cases, OSI provides fellows with communications support to convey their work to a broader audience and influence current debates. OSI also integrates fellows into its networks of individual and organizational partners and grantees.

OSI may cover additional project expenses such as travel (including airfare and hotel), visa costs, part-time research assistance, conference fees and health insurance. Fellowship expenses should not include operational or programmatic costs, such as employees and physical infrastructure. The purpose of the fellowship is to support individual fellows; therefore OSI will only cover individual expenses.

The fellowship does not fund enrollment for degree or non-degree study at academic institutions, including dissertation research.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Email: OSFellows@sorosny.org.

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The goal of the Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship is to provide a woman journalist with a transformative experience that will impact her career by offering her the opportunity to conduct research at leading academic institutions and build journalistic skills. The Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship seeks to impact public awareness of human rights journalism by encouraging dialogue and discussion about critical human rights issues.

Each fellowship will be tailored specifically to the recipient. Working with the IWMF, the fellow will design a program that will enable her to pursue academic research while improving her ability to cover human rights and social justice by increasing her journalistic skills.

The fellow will be based at the Center for International Studies at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, Massachusetts as a research associate during the research component of the fellowship. During the journalism portion of the fellowship, she may spend time at the Boston Globe or The New York Times.

WHO MAY APPLY
The Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship is open to women journalists worldwide whose work focuses on human rights and social justice. Journalists working in the print, broadcast and Internet media, including freelancers, are eligible to apply.

Applicants must have a minimum of three years of experience in journalism. Non-native English speakers must also have excellent written and verbal English skills in order to fully participate in and benefit from the program.

REQUIREMENTS
An application and related forms are at www.iwmf.org/neuffer.

Applications should be submitted electronically when possible to neuffer@iwmf.org. If it is not possible to submit your application electronically, it can be submitted by mail, either regular post or international courier, to:

Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship
International Women’s Media Foundation
1625 K Street, NW, Suite 1275
Washington, D.C. 20006
USA

FELLOWSHIP AWARD
A fixed stipend will be provided to cover housing, meals and ground transportation during the fellowship. Round-trip economy airfare will be covered from the fellow’s home country or city to Washington, D.C., and from Washington, D.C., to the fellowship city. The fellow will also receive health insurance during the program. The fellowship does not provide salary or honoraria.

For fellows from outside of the United States, the fellowship also covers the costs of applying for and obtaining a U.S. visa.

The fellow will be fully responsible for any additional incidental expenses and other costs.

CONTACT INFORMATION
International Women’s
Media Foundation
1625 K Street NW, Suite 1275
Washington, DC 20006
USA
Phone: 202 496 1992
Email: info@iwmf.org

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTON AND WHO MAY APPLY
The Aga Khan Program for Islamic Architecture is pleased to invite applications for fellowships to conduct advanced historical research in Islamic art and architecture at Harvard University. Grants are intended principally for overseas scholars (preferably, but not exclusively, from Muslim countries) to support research in art and architectural history and archaeology. These fellowships are not intended to sponsor design, conservation, or urban development projects. We welcome applications both from established scholars and from recent post-doctoral graduates. All applicants must have a Ph.D. degree to be eligible, and projects that are publishable in Muqarnas are preferred.

The duration of the fellowship ranges from a minimum of 3 months to a maximum of 9 months.

REQUIREMENTS
Please send to the address below two copies of each of the following: curriculum vitae, research proposal, two sample of previous research publication(s), dates of intended stay with proposed budget, and two letters of recommendation from two sources.

Application materials must be submitted in hard copy only. Applications received incomplete and/or after the deadline will not be considered by the committee.

The Aga Khan Program for Islamic Architecture
Fellowship Program
Sackler Museum
485 Broadway
Cambridge, MA 02138
USA

FELLOWSHIP AWARD
Awards consist of a stipend plus travel and research expenses. The stipend awarded is based on need and length of stay and may not exceed a total of $27,000 (before taxes). The program will provide full library access and an e-mail account.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Aga Khan Program for Islamic Architecture
Harvard University
Sackler Museum
485 Broadway
Cambridge, MA 02138 USA

Phone: 617-495-2355
Fax: 617-496-8389
Email: agakhan@fas.harvard.edu

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The UNU-IAS is now accepting applications for its three fellowship programmes: UNU-IAS PhD Fellowships, UNU-IAS Postdoctoral Fellowships, and JSPS-UNU Postdoctoral Fellowships.

UNU-IAS is a multi-thematic, interdisciplinary, research and training centre located in Yokohama, Japan. The Institute’s fellowship programmes provide young scientists, policy makers, and developing country scholars with the opportunity to expand their intellectual vision beyond a single scientific field.

WHO MAY APPLY

UNU-IAS PhD and Postdoctoral Fellowships are offered for a period of 10 months beginning in September 2010. JSPS-UNU Postdoctoral Fellowships are offered for 12-24 months beginning in September 2010. Postdoctoral candidates must have completed a PhD degree, and PhD candidates must be at the advanced stage of their doctoral dissertation. Candidates’ current research must be closely related to one of the thematic areas of the Institute (see http://www.ias.unu.edu/sub_page.aspx?catID=6&ddlID=756 for more details).

REQUIREMENTS

Application forms may be downloaded from www.ias.unu.edu/fellowships or by email: fellowships@ias.unu.edu
Completed applications for ALL fellowships must reach UNU-IAS on or before 28 February 2010. Application will only be considered if complete and all required documentation has been received.

SALARY
260,000 – 362,000 yen/month

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WHO MAY APPLY
Applicants to the Senior Research Fellowship Program must have a distinguished record of research and innovation in empirical research on Social Media / Online Communities. They must currently hold a
position in a University or Research Center. They must be fluent in English (spoken and written). Knowledge of Catalan or Spanish languages is not necessary but it is a valued skill.

Appointments can be for periods between a minimum of three months and maximum of one year. Reappointments are excluded. Successful applicants will receive notice of their appointment by January 1st 2010.

REQUIREMENTS
Applicants should supply their complete CV, 3 letters of recommendation from experts in the field Social Media / Online Communities, and a brief research project (maximum of 5 pages) describing their intended activity in Barcelona. If selected they should be ready to be in full time residence at the Internet Interdisciplinary Institute in Barcelona and participate in the seminars and research meetings at the Institute, while pursuing their own research project. A letter of intention motivating the application should be included in the file.

FUNDING
Upon appointment as Research Fellow at IN3, The Open University of Catalonia will provide a compensation equivalent of 2/3 of the current gross salary received by the applicant in her/his home
institution, for the duration of her/his appointment. Therefore, applicants should indicate the amount of their salary when submitting the application. The Open University of Catalonia will cover the cost
of one round trip between the current location of the appointed Fellow and Barcelona (economy class). The Open University of Catalonia will provide assistance in finding housing for appointed Fellows, although
no housing allowance is available.

CONTACT INFORMATION
For further information contact Laura Vidal at: direccio_in3@uoc.edu
(subject: fellowship program)

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The Center devotes significant attention to the exploration of broad thematic areas.

Primary themes are:

1. governance, including such issues as the key features of the development of democratic institutions, democratic society, civil society, and citizen participation;
2. the U.S. role in the world and issues of partnership and leadership—military, political, and economic dimensions; and
3. key long-term future challenges confronting the United States and the world.

While the Center does not engage in formulating actual policy, priority will be given to proposals related to these themes and intersecting with crucial public policy issues. Within this framework, the Center also welcomes projects that provide the historical and/or cultural context for some of today’s significant public policy debates.

WHO MAY APPLY
Citizens or permanent residents from any country (foreign nationals must be able to hold a valid passport and obtain a J1 Visa)
Men and women with outstanding capabilities and experience from a wide variety of -backgrounds (including government, the corporate world, professions, and academia)
Academic candidates holding a Ph.D. (Ph.D. must be received by the application deadline of 1 October Academic candidates demonstrating scholarly achievement by publications beyond their doctoral dissertations
Practitioners or policymakers with an equivalent level of professional achievement English proficiency as the Center is designed to encourage the exchange of ideas among its fellows

REQUIREMENTS
1. the two-page, single-sided Fellowship Application Form (We strongly recommend typing the application form. You may also complete this form online at www.wilsoncenter.org, but will need to print it out and send it using regular postal mail. Special Note: For the 2010 – 2011 Fellowship (application) year, we will also accept the application via email at fellowships@wilsoncenter.org. Please submit your complete application in one email. If applying using email, your references must be sent seperately and can be done so via regular mail or email.;
2. a list of your publications that includes exact titles, names of publishers, dates of publication and status of forthcoming publications (not to exceed three pages);
3. a Project Proposal (not to exceed five single-spaced typed pages, using 12-point type); The Center reserves the right to omit from review applications that are longer than the requested page length;
4. a bibliography for the project that includes primary sources and relevant secondary sources (not to exceed three pages);
5. the one-page Financial Information Form.

FINANCIAL SUPPORT
The Center tries to ensure that the stipend provided under the fellowship, together with the fellow’s other sources of funding (e.g., grants secured by the applicant and sabbatical allowances), approximate a fellow’s regular salary. Stipends provided in recent years have ranged from $26,000 to $85,000 (the maximum possible). Stipends include round trip travel for fellows. If spouses and/or dependent children will reside with the fellow for the entire fellowship period, money for their travel will also be included in the stipend. In addition to stipends, the Center provides 75 percent of health insurance premiums for fellows who elect Center coverage and for their accompanying family members.

DEADLINE
The Center holds one round of competitive selection per year. Fellowship applications must be postmarked or submitted online by October 1. *The online application will be available here soon.* Applicants are notified of the results of the selection process by March of the following year.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Scholar Administration Office
Woodrow Wilson Center
One Woodrow Wilson Plaza
1300 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20004-3027
Email: fellowships@wilsoncenter.org
Tel: 202-691-4170

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