The Harvard LEAD Fellows Program is a fully funded one-year fellowship program in USA for individuals in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
The fellowship covers stipend, visa fees, international flight expenses, meals, and accommodation for selected candidates
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the Harvard LEAD Fellowship Program, you must:
- possess a minimum of a master’s degree in a relevant field.
- be currently working full-time in the field of global health.
- have at least 10 years of professional experience (work completed as a university student does not count).
- have the full support of their employer and a champion in their organization who will serve as a reference
- take a leave of absence (or equivalent) from their home institution during the 6-week in-residence experience in April 2027.
- be able to reside in Boston, MA.
- nominate yourself by applying.
Benefits
The Fellowship Covers:
- Return Airfare
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Stipend
- Visa Fees
Required Documents
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- CV/Resume.
- Letter of Intent.
- Essay 1: Plan for Career Development/Training Activities.
- Essay 2: Project Plan.
- Essay 3: Candidate’s Plan to Provide Mentoring.
- Essay 4: Fellowship Impact on Candidate’s Organization, Field, and Home Country.
- Letter of Institutional Commitment.
- Letter of Mentor Commitment.
- Two additional letters of reference.
Method of Application
Click Here to Apply
Application Deadline: November 30th, 2025.
