The Interactivity Foundation (IF) runs this fellowship within its Collaborative Discussion Project; the 2027 cohort is hosted at the University of Delaware. Each Emerging Fellow is paired with a Senior Fellow for a year of mentorship.
Fellows complete a real-world project that brings collaborative discussion to a community, such as a workshop or a new toolkit activity, and co-author a publication, video or curriculum.
Benefits & funding
- $6,000 stipend, paid in three instalments, for services performed in the US.
- Full scholarship to the virtual CDP Coach Training (a $495 value).
- Travel and expenses covered for both in-person gatherings.
- Monthly virtual meetings with mentors and peers; co-author credit on the deliverable.
Eligibility
- Legally authorized to work in the United States for the whole fellowship period; IF cannot sponsor or obtain work authorization.
- A demonstrated commitment to collaborative discussion and/or strengthening democracy in a particular community.
- Able to join every required virtual and in-person date (see Program Timeline).
- No nationality, age or degree requirement is stated; people of all ages, careers and backgrounds are welcome.
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Application process
- 1Complete the online application form linked from the official page by midnight Eastern, November 8, 2026.
- 2Selected fellows hear on December 4, 2026 and accept by December 9, 2026.
- 3By December 15, 2026, accepted fellows submit a W-9 and ACH authorization and finalize travel.
Program timeline
Info webinar
October 22, 2026
Application deadline (midnight ET)
November 8, 2026
Fellows notified
December 4, 2026
In-person launch, University of Delaware
January 7–8, 2027
In-person showcase (location TBD)
November 4–6, 2027