Research
Fellowship Program
A cornerstone of the UNESCO Chair on Health, Race and Human Rights is its Fellowship Program, designed to cultivate the next generation of leaders while fostering collaboration with globally recognized scholars and practitioners.
About
A Platform for Research and Collaboration
The UNESCO Chair on Health, Race and Human Rights Fellowship Program brings together a vibrant community of Student Fellows and Distinguished Visiting Fellows committed to advancing research, education, policy, and advocacy at the intersection of health, race, and human rights. By connecting emerging leaders with established scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and advocates from across the Global North and South, the program strengthens the Chair's mission while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative, justice-oriented solutions to today's most pressing global challenges.
Through the Fellowship Program, the Chair offers meaningful opportunities for fellows to contribute to collaborative research, engage with an international network of experts and institutions, participate in knowledge exchange and public engagement activities, and help shape the Chair's growing global initiatives. Whether beginning their careers or bringing years of professional expertise, fellows become part of a collaborative community dedicated to advancing health equity, racial justice, and human rights through impactful scholarship and action.
Research Mentorship
Work closely with Chair members and affiliated scholars on active projects at the intersection of law, health, and race.
Global Network
Connect with universities, civil society organizations, and policymakers across multiple jurisdictions and disciplines.
Knowledge Exchange
Participate in workshops, seminars, and public events that amplify your work and foster peer learning.
Student Fellows
Student Fellowship Program
The Student Fellowship Program offers students the opportunity to become active members of the UNESCO Chair on Health, Race and Human Rights' international research community. Open to undergraduate, graduate, and professional students from a wide range of disciplines, the program provides hands-on experience working alongside leading scholars and practitioners on projects that address pressing global challenges. Student Fellows develop advanced research, writing, policy, and knowledge mobilization skills while contributing meaningfully to the Chair's ongoing initiatives and expanding global network.
Students interested in joining the Fellowship Program are encouraged to contact us and indicate the area that most closely aligns with their research interests to inquire about current or upcoming fellowship opportunities.
