Applications are open for the Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity (AFSEE) Fellowship 2027-2028, a fully funded programme at the International Inequalities Institute of the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE).
The fellowship supports mid-career social-change leaders working to challenge social and economic inequalities. Policymakers, researchers, activists, practitioners, artists and community organisers from around the world are encouraged to apply.
The programme offers Residential and Non-Residential tracks, providing opportunities to strengthen leadership skills, develop practical approaches to inequality and connect with a global community of changemakers.
At a Glance
Programme: Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity (AFSEE)
Host Institution: London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
Location: London, United Kingdom, for the Residential track
Cohort: 2027-2028
Duration: One active fellowship year
Funding: Fully funded fellowship
Tracks: Residential and Non-Residential
Eligible Applicants: Mid-career social-change leaders from around the world
Minimum Experience: At least seven years of experience challenging inequalities
Application Deadline: 11 January 2027, at 5:00 p.m. GMT
About the Fellowship
Launched in 2016, the AFSEE programme brings together leaders committed to addressing social and economic inequalities through research, policy, advocacy, community engagement and practical action.
The fellowship provides participants with time and space to reflect on their work, develop new skills, exchange knowledge and strengthen their ability to create meaningful change.
The programme welcomes applicants working across a wide range of areas, including:
- Social and economic rights
- Environmental justice and sustainability
- Tax justice and economic alternatives
- Women's, minority and disability rights
- Education rights and public policy
- Housing and urban inequalities
- Labour rights and community organising
- Arts, culture and peacebuilding
- Transitional justice
Fellowship Benefits
Selected Fellows benefit from:
- A fully funded fellowship programme.
- Access to learning and leadership development opportunities.
- Engagement with academics, practitioners, activists and civil society professionals.
- Opportunities to build international professional networks.
- Participation in specialised fellowship modules focused on inequality and social justice.
- Access to a global community of Atlantic Fellows.
- Opportunities for continued professional development, collaboration and knowledge exchange after the active fellowship year.
Residential Track
Residential Fellows spend one year in London undertaking the MSc in Inequalities and Social Science at LSE while participating in four specialised fellowship modules.
The modules explore the foundations of inequality, policies for equity, strategies for challenging and transforming inequality, and contemporary debates on social and economic justice.
Non-Residential Track
Non-Residential Fellows remain in their home countries and professional settings during the active fellowship year. They develop a practice-based project and participate in fellowship modules alongside Residential Fellows, both online and in person.
Upon successful completion, Non-Residential Fellows receive a Postgraduate Certificate in Social and Economic Equity.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should:
- Have at least seven years of experience challenging inequalities.
- Be mid-career professionals or social-change leaders.
- Demonstrate a commitment to addressing social and/or economic inequality.
- Be working in a relevant field, such as public policy, research, advocacy, community organising, environmental justice, human rights or related areas.
- Be interested in developing their skills, strengthening their impact and learning from a diverse international community.
Applications are welcomed from individuals across the world.
Who Should Apply?
This fellowship is particularly suitable for experienced activists, development professionals, researchers, policymakers, civil society leaders, artists and community organisers who want to deepen their understanding of inequality and strengthen their ability to bring about lasting social change.
Applicants should have a demonstrated record of working to challenge inequality rather than relying solely on academic qualifications or interest in the subject.
Application Deadline
11 January 2027 at 5:00 p.m. GMT
Late applications will not be accepted. Applicants are encouraged to prepare and submit their applications before the deadline.
How to Apply
- Visit the official AFSEE programme website.
- Review the eligibility requirements and information about the Residential and Non-Residential tracks.
- Prepare your application, highlighting your experience, achievements and commitment to challenging inequalities.
- Submit your application through the official application portal before the deadline.
