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The Interactivity Foundation Collaborative Discussion Emerging Fellowship 2027 is a year-long fellowship for individuals who are committed to strengthening collaborative discussion and democracy within their communities. The program is part of the Foundation’s ongoing Collaborative Discussion Project, which explores how creative, culturally responsive, and critically informed discussions can help communities build stronger relationships and improve the way people engage with one another.
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The fellowship is designed to help emerging leaders develop practical skills while working on a project that brings collaborative discussion into a real community setting. Selected Emerging Fellows will be paired with Senior Fellows, who are experienced leaders in collaborative discussion. Throughout the fellowship, fellows will receive mentorship and have opportunities to develop their own ideas, leadership abilities, and approaches to community engagement.
Applicants are expected to have a demonstrated commitment to collaborative discussion and/or strengthening democracy in a particular community. The Interactivity Foundation welcomes people from a wide range of ages, careers, backgrounds, political affiliations, religions, socioeconomic backgrounds, and lived experiences. The organization also encourages people who have not previously had access to similar fellowship opportunities to apply as part of its goal of developing new and diverse leadership.
During the fellowship, participants will develop and complete a real-world project that advances collaborative discussion. Potential projects may include designing and delivering a workshop, developing a Collaborative Discussion certificate program, creating a new activity for the Collaborative Discussion Project Toolkit, or finding innovative ways to introduce the project to new audiences. Fellows will also contribute to a publication, video, or new curriculum connected to the Foundation’s mission.
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The fellowship combines virtual learning, mentorship, project development, and in-person activities. Participants will attend virtual Collaborative Discussion Coach Training, monthly online meetings with mentors and peers, and two in-person gatherings. The first gathering will take place at the University of Delaware, while the location of the final Fellows Showcase is yet to be announced. Because the fellowship involves compensated services performed in the United States, selected fellows must be legally authorized to work in the United States throughout the fellowship period. The Foundation states that it cannot sponsor or obtain employment authorization for fellows.
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- $6,000 Stipend: Fellows receive a $6,000 stipend, paid in three installments during the fellowship.
- Coach Training Scholarship: Fellows receive a full scholarship for Collaborative Discussion Project Coach Training, valued at $495.
- Travel Support: Travel and expenses are covered for the two required in-person fellowship gatherings.
- Mentorship: Each Emerging Fellow is paired with a Senior Fellow for regular guidance and support throughout the program.
- Professional Development: Fellows develop practical skills in collaborative discussion, community engagement, leadership, and project development.
- Project Experience: Fellows complete a real-world project designed to bring collaborative discussion skills and approaches to a community.
- Publication Credit: Fellows receive co-author credit on a deliverable such as a written piece, curriculum, or audiovisual project.
- Peer Network: Fellows participate in monthly virtual meetings with mentors and other people working in collaborative discussion and democracy-related community work.
Eligibilities
- Have a demonstrated commitment to collaborative discussion and/or strengthening democracy in a particular community.
- Be interested in developing leadership, discussion, and community engagement skills.
- Be able to participate in all required virtual sessions and in-person gatherings.
- Be legally authorized to work in the United States for the entire fellowship period.
- Be able to perform the compensated fellowship services in the United States.
- Be available for the required fellowship dates.
- Applicants from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences are encouraged to apply.
Application Process
- Review the fellowship requirements and required dates.
- Prepare the information requested in the application.
- Confirm that they can legally perform compensated services in the United States.
- Ensure they can attend all required virtual and in-person activities.
- Submit the application before the closing deadline through the Interactivity Foundation’s official application page.
Application Deadline: November 9, 2026 (33 Days Remaining)
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