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CIP Fellowship Program
Center for Inclusive Policy
About this opportunity
12-month fully online fellowship for emerging researchers with disabilities in low- and middle-income countries to design and implement disability-inclusive research.
The CIP Fellowship Program is a 12-month online initiative for emerging researchers with disabilities in low- and middle-income countries, offering mentorship, training, and financial support to strengthen research and social policy skills.
What it offers
- A monthly stipend of USD 1,000 for 12 months
- Research costs or sponsorship for conferences/further training of up to USD 2,000
- Coverage of reasonable accommodation costs
- An online training curriculum led by leading researchers
- A mentor to guide your research
- Opportunities to participate in CIP research projects and connect with a global network
Who can apply
- A person with a disability
- Based in the Global South or from low- and middle-income countries (LMICs)
- Interested in social policy, research, and disability equality
- Part of the disability movement
- Have basic research skills and an undergraduate degree
- Motivated to learn or strengthen research skills
- Proficient in spoken and written English (interpretation available for sign language users)
- At least 18 years old (no upper age limit)
What you'll do
- Design and implement projects rooted in local contexts
- Generate evidence reflecting lived realities
- Integrate into international conversations on disability rights and inclusive policy
- Receive structured mentorship to advance disability rights in your country
How to apply
Applications must be submitted to office@inclusive-policy.org and include:
- Research Proposal (maximum 3 pages, Arial 12, 2.5 cm margins) including:
- Introduction
- Research question
- Methodology
- Data and methods
- Expected results
- Timeline for completion within 12 months
- Updated CV
- Cover Letter
- Two References
Good to know
- Application deadline: July 31, 2026, at midnight EDT
- Use of AI is not prohibited, but applicants are strongly advised not to rely on AI to generate research questions or methodologies
- Applicants from countries excluded by OFAC (North Korea, Iran, Cuba, Syria, and Russia) are not eligible
This summary is AI-generated from the official posting. Always verify every detail on the official site before applying.
Key details
TypeFellowship
LocationPan-African
Fundingfully funded
DeadlineRolling, no fixed deadline
EligibilityAfrica
Open to applicants across Africa.
Source : inclusive-policy.org · Always verify details on the official site.