Applications are now being accepted for the 2024/2025 Harvard Global Health Institute LEAD Fellowship Program.
This one-year fellowship is tailored to enhance leadership skills among individuals from low- and middle-income countries. Jointly administered by the Harvard Global Health Institute (HGHI) and the Department of Global Health and Population at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, the program aims to bolster the progression of women leaders in global health.
The 2024-2025 LEAD Fellowship program will encompass a 12-month virtual curriculum, supplemented by a 4-week, in-person experience in Spring 2025. Throughout the fellowship period, participants will partake in personalized leadership coaching, mentorship sessions, executive education courses, speaking engagements, leadership workshops, and networking opportunities.
Harvard LEAD Fellows have the freedom to design their own bespoke leadership development plans. They are connected with esteemed faculty and experienced mentors who provide tailored guidance aligned with the fellows’ individual interests and objectives. Additionally, LEAD fellows participate in customized leadership training sessions as a group and are presented with chances for public speaking, networking, and independent project work. Graduating fellows each year depart with an established network of peers and mentors from across Harvard University. The fellowship experience is specifically crafted to afford global health leaders time for introspection, connections, and exploration of new avenues.
Eligibility Requirements:
We warmly invite applications from individuals across all continents, regions, academic disciplines, professional sectors, and gender identities. Prospective candidates may nominate themselves by submitting an application for the fellowship.
To qualify:
Applicants must be actively engaged in the field of global health on a full-time basis, boasting a minimum of 15 years of post-education professional experience. Notably, any global health-related work undertaken during one’s university years will not be considered as part of this professional experience requirement.
Moreover, candidates should possess significant leadership acumen and demonstrate promising potential for further growth and impact in the field.
Applicants must secure the endorsement of their employer and enlist a dedicated advocate within their organization, who will act as an internal mentor throughout the fellowship period.
Additionally, successful candidates are required to take a leave of absence (or equivalent) from their home institution for a four-week in-residence experience scheduled for April 2025.
Furthermore, applicants must be eligible to obtain a J-1 visa for travel to the United States in April 2025, and they must commit to residing in Cambridge, MA for the duration of the four-week program. It’s important to note that the fellowship covers visa fees, housing, and flights, and provides a living stipend for the duration of the stay in the United States.
Candidates who have participated in any full-time fellowship lasting four months or longer within the two years preceding their fellowship at Harvard are ineligible to apply.
All application materials must be submitted by 5PM EST on Friday, March 15th, 2024.
Finally, fellows are required to be available and free from work commitments during their four-week, in-residence period in April 2024.
Benefits of the Harvard Global Health Institute LEAD Fellowship Program
Benefits of the Harvard Global Health Institute LEAD Fellowship Program are extensive, ensuring a comprehensive experience for fellows. Throughout the in-residence month on campus, participants will not only benefit from a living stipend for the duration of four weeks but also have their visa fees, housing costs, flights to and from Cambridge, MA, and all course fees covered by the fellowship.
The fellowship is built upon several core pillars, aiming to provide fellows with a holistic development experience:
- Executive Leadership Training: Fellows will receive personalized executive leadership training with a dedicated personal coach, enhancing their leadership skills and capabilities.
- Mentorship by Harvard Faculty: Engage in one-on-one mentorship sessions with esteemed Harvard faculty members who share aligned interests, providing invaluable guidance and insights.
- Speaking Opportunities: Gain exposure and refine communication skills through speaking opportunities at Harvard and various global events, allowing fellows to share their expertise and contribute to meaningful discussions.
- Enrollment in Harvard Courses: Access Harvard’s extensive academic resources by enrolling in courses across different departments, fostering interdisciplinary learning and intellectual growth.
- Private Skill-building Workshops: Participate in private skill-building workshops led by leading experts, focusing on practical skills development tailored to the needs of the fellows.
Selection for the program involves a rigorous procedure, with applicants being notified in May 2024 if they are selected for the fellowship. The fellowship period spans from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025, providing fellows with ample time to immerse themselves in the program and its offerings.
For more detailed information and to explore opportunities offered by the Harvard Global Health Institute LEAD Fellowship Program, interested individuals are encouraged to visit the official webpage of the program on the Harvard website.
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