Call for The YIM Research Fellowship : Mental Health & Policy In The Digital Age 2026 is open now !!!
The YIM Macro Research Fellowship is an academic year long program from Fall 2026-Spring 2027, designed for social science students who are ready to move beyond the classroom and into real policy work. Fellows develop and produce an original policy brief, receive monthly mentorship from a professional, and have a chance to present their research at the end of the semester in Washington, DC.
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Fellows will work together focusing on a policy issue connected these research tracks:
- AI & Mental Health Access: Ethical use of AI chatbots for low-income alternatives to mental health assistance, ethical use of AI usage in mental health field
- Digital Surveillance: Protecting client data privacy
- The Digital Divide: AI-augmented Telehealth.
Fellows produce real research on real systemic issues affecting real communities, and walk away with a tangible work product, a mentor relationship, and a network that extends beyond their university. They look for a strong interest in the intersection of tech and mental health, fellows will work with their mentor during the first few weeks to narrow down and finalize your specific research question.
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Recognizing a void in undergraduate social work education, Amou Mawien founded Youth In Macro to bridge the gap between classroom theory and systemic advocacy. While traditional curricula focused heavily on clinical roles, Mawien observed that students eager to dismantle broken systems lacked a clear pathway into policy work. Frustrated by the absence of a professional pipeline for aspiring macro social workers, Mawien launched the organization’s inaugural cohort in 2025. What began as a group of four students conducting policy research has since evolved into a multi-university, student-led movement. Today, Youth In Macro provides the mentorship and network necessary to ensure those closest to societal problems have a seat at the decision-making table
Location:
United StatesBenefits
- Fellows will gain opportunity to write a policy belief
- Fellows will receive monthly mentorship
- Fellows will get a chance to present in Washington, DC
Eligibilities
- Students in social work, psychology, public health, public policy students, and related fields. (Undergraduate/Graduate level) Recent graduates are welcome.
- Strong interest in policy and technology advancement in the mental health field.
- Efficient writing skills
Application Process
Applicants can apply from the APPLY NOW link
Application Deadline: May 2, 2026 (8 Days Remaining)
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