2025 ASAP Fellowship Program
Change-Makers in Global Justice
The ASAP Fellowship Program is thrilled to announce its second cohort for 2025, offering a unique opportunity for emerging scholars and activists to collaborate with leading experts in the fight against global poverty and the strengthening of democracy. This program equips fellows with the knowledge, skills, and network to effect tangible positive change worldwide.
2025 ASAP Fellowship
What You Will Gain as a Fellow
- Personalized Mentorship: One-on-one guidance from renowned scholars and practitioners in global justice, poverty alleviation, and democratic resilience
- Collaborative Research: Engage in research civic and development projects addressing urgent poverty and democracy issues
- Networking Opportunities: Participate in the annual Yale Global Justice Conference, connecting with eminent thinkers and policymakers
- Publication Prospects: Potential to publish in Journal ASAP, a leading academic journal focused on poverty studies
- Extensive Network: Join the ASAP community of alumni and partners
Eligibility Criteria
APPLICATION CRITERIA
Program Details
- Emerging scholars or activists committed to social justice and effective democracy
- Master’s degree or equivalent required (exceptions considered for outstanding projects from low-income countries)
- English proficiency essential
- Submit your CV and a two-page concept paper outlining your research or project idea to mihai@academicsstand.org
- Deadline: February 21, 2025
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited to submit a 2-minute video pitch
- Final selection will be made by the ASAP Board
- One-year duration with occasional online engagement
- No stipend provided; physical presence not required
- Active participation is expected in mentorship meetings, research collaborations, and ASAP events
Testimonials from 2024 ASAP Fellows
"Mentorship from Professors Pogge and Aggarwal has been invaluable, guiding my research on floods and poverty."
Dr. Anna Nath Ganguly
"The ASAP Fellowship has been instrumental in strengthening the philosophical underpinnings of my work on global injustice."
Ahmet Gönüllü
"Under the guidance of Dr. Pogge and Dr. Chandhoke, I've examined issues from human trafficking to financial crime. This experience has equipped me with the tools to drive meaningful change."
Soumyadeep Chowdhury
"Connecting with fellow researchers passionate about global poverty has ignited my work on human trafficking. The program's mentorship and events have expanded my knowledge and inspired me to make a greater impact."
Dr. Matthew Davis
"It was a great learning experience. The seminars were all very informative, engaging and well managed."
Shagufta Shabbar
"Thank you so much for the ASAP fellowship experience. It was a year with many insights in events and meetings. I hope we can continue to work together on other fronts and shared goals."
Gabriel Outeiro