The Eisenhower Fellowships (EF) is calling for outstanding mid-career professionals from around the world to apply for its prestigious 2026 Global Fellowship, set to run from early April to mid-May 2026.

This six-week hybrid program, combining in-person and virtual elements, offers selected fellows a chance to design a personal project, engage in strategic dialogue, and build lasting partnerships across cultures, industries, and borders all while being part of a powerful network of 1,800+ active global changemakers.

• Build and pitch a project with global significance
• Connect with high-impact professionals across sectors
• Access the influential EF network worldwide
• Engage in deep cultural exchange and leadership development
• Amplify your voice as a catalyst for peace, justice, and prosperity

EF is seeking dynamic professionals with:

• A proven track record of leadership
• Clear potential for future impact
• Commitment to EF’s mission of building a more just, peaceful, and prosperous world

• Citizenship and/or residency in the country you’re applying to represent for at least five years
• Not currently residing in the U.S. (U.S. residents are ineligible for international fellowship)

If applying from a non-EF-network country, you must:

• Show regional influence in your work
• Provide a recommendation letter from a member of the EF global network
• Preferred age range: 32–45 (exceptions made for outstanding candidates)
• Fluent in English
• Must obtain employer approval for full-time program participation
• No business deals, fundraising, or financial solicitations allowed during the fellowship
• No dependents or spouses may accompany the Fellow
• Must not have participated in any other fellowship within two years prior to applying
• Strictly no AI-generated content (e.g., ChatGPT) in application essays; violations result in immediate disqualification

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• Length: Nearly six weeks
• Tentative dates: Early April to mid-May 2026
• Location: United States (in-person and virtual components)

• Only one candidate recommendation is allowed per EF network member each application cycle
• Application essays must be original and cite all outside sources appropriately
  For inquiries or guidance, reach out via email: apply@efworl