Mid-career professionals and scholars
United States
Variable benefits
Closed
The Stanford Fisher Family Fellows Program 2026 is offered by the Center on Democracy, Development, and the Rule of Law (CDDRL) at Stanford University. This prestigious fellowship provides emerging global leaders with an opportunity to enhance their knowledge, leadership skills, and practical experience in promoting democratic governance, the rule of law, and sustainable development. Selected fellows will get lodging, meals, and transport during a three-week training at Stanford on democracy and development.
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
Selected fellows will receive accommodation, meals, and transportation costs for the duration of the program, and will attend a three-week intensive academic training at Stanford University, engaging with world-renowned scholars and policymakers to deepen their understanding of democracy and development challenges.
Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button and access the application portal.
Step 4: Click on the ‘Log In’ button.
Step 5: Fill in your credentials and click on the ‘Sign In’ button, and proceed with your application.
Application Deadline: 15 January 2026
Candidates will be selected based on:-
Stanford University
Encina Hall
616 Jane Stanford Way
Stanford University
Stanford, CA 94305-6055
Email ID: fsi-communications@stanford.edu | Phone number: (+1) 650-723-4581
Source: https://cddrl.fsi.stanford.edu/educational-programs
Question: Who is offering the Stanford Fisher Family Fellows Program 2026?
Answer: The program is offered by the Center on Democracy, Development, and the Rule of Law (CDDRL), Stanford University, USA.
Question: What should I do if I’m unable to attend the full duration of the program?
Answer: All fellows must attend the program in its entirety. Please confirm with your employer that you can take three weeks off from your duties, as no exceptions will be granted.
Question: Who can apply for the program?
Answer: Mid-career professionals, policymakers, and academics working in fields related to democracy, development, and governance are eligible to apply for the program.
Question: What is the last date to apply for the program?
Answer: The last date to apply for the program is 15 January 2026.
Question: I submitted my application form, but I want to make a change. Can I re-access it through the system?
Answer: No, once the application is submitted, you can not make changes in the form.
