Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity Program 2027-2028

The Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity (AFSEE) program is accepting applications for its 2027-28 cohort. This fully funded fellowship, based at the International Inequalities Institute (III) at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) in the United Kingdom, supports mid-career leaders working to address global social and economic inequalities.

Who Should Apply?

The fellowship is open to policymakers, activists, researchers, practitioners, artists, and movement-builders with at least seven years of experience in economic and social rights, environmental justice, tax justice, education, housing, labor rights, community organizing, and other related areas.

Tracks and Benefits

The fellowship has two tracks as follows:

Residential Fellows:
Applicants must qualify for LSE’s MSc in Inequalities and Social Science with at least a 2:1 degree or equivalent. A social science background or relevant work experience is preferred. Minimum 7 years of leadership experience in advancing equity required. PhD holders, recent MSc graduates (within 3 years), or current students are ineligible.

Non-Residential Fellows:
Applicants must meet LSE’s English language requirement and have at least 7 years of impactful leadership experience. Open to applicants with or without a degree (2:2 and above if held). Postgraduates are welcome, but current students are ineligible.

There are specific requirements for the AFSEE program that all applicants must meet

Requirements for Residential Fellows

Applicants must meet LSE admission requirements for the MSc in Inequalities and Social Science (2:1 degree or equivalent).

A background in social sciences or related work experience is advantageous but not mandatory.

Meet the LSE English Language Requirement.

Minimum of 7 years of leadership experience addressing inequalities.

Ineligible if recently completed an MSc, holds a PhD, or is pursuing a degree.

Requirements Non-Residential Fellows

Meet the LSE English Language Requirement.

Minimum of 7 years of leadership experience addressing inequalities.

Open to applicants with undergraduate degrees (2:2 or above) or non-traditional educational backgrounds.

Fellowship Characteristics

The fellowship seeks bold leaders ready to challenge power and envision imaginative solutions.

Focused on individuals with lived experience of inequality, informing their practice.

Priority is given to those committed to collective approaches over personal career advancement.

Building a diverse cohort with most Fellows from the Global South.

Preferred Candidate Attributes

Reside in the Global South.

Be from marginalized or underrepresented groups (e.g., Black, Latinx, Indigenous, LGBTQIA+, disabled).

Face a lack of resources to finance similar opportunities or limited access to fellowships/scholarships.

The fellows will benefit from the program as follows

Residential Fellows are supported by a designated LSE academic mentor, the AFSEE Academic Lead, through monthly meetings, regular check-ins, and additional engagement opportunities throughout the year.

The Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity Residential track is a fully supported fellowship.

Fellows with family caregiving duties can get modest financial assistance.

Apply using the link below

More information about the Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity Program is available on the official LSE website. You can also check the FAQs page.

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