The Echidna Global Scholars Program
Brookings Institution
Quick Facts
A word from Eli, founder of Rise Africa Scholars
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About This Scholarship
The Echidna Global Scholars Program at the Center for Universal Education (CUE) at Brookings seeks to catalyze and amplify the impact of local leaders working to advance gender-transformative education across the Global South. During a six-month fellowship, scholars conduct individual research focused on improving learning opportunities and life outcomes for girls, young women, and gender-nonconforming people, while developing leadership and policy skills.
What This Scholarship Covers
- $26,500 USD Stipend
- Fully funded fellowship including research support and residency in Washington D.C.
Who Can Apply
- 1 Substantial experience in, ties to, and a clear intent to return to a country in the Global South.
- 2 Background in education, development, public policy, economics, or a related social sciences or humanities area.
- 3 A Master's degree (or higher) is required.
- 4 10+ years of professional experience in research/academia, nongovernmental, community, or civil society organizations, or government.
- 5 An intimate understanding of education development issues and gender.
- 6 Ability to collaborate with others, openness to give and receive feedback, and capacity and desire to learn with speed and flexibility.
- 7 Must demonstrate proficiency in English.