Applications are now open for the Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity (AFSEE) Fellowship 2027–2028. The fully funded programme invites experienced social-change leaders, policymakers, researchers, activists, artists and practitioners from around the world who are committed to addressing social and economic inequalities.
Hosted by the International Inequalities Institute at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), the fellowship offers Residential and Non-Residential tracks combining academic learning, leadership development and international collaboration. Successful applicants will join a global community of changemakers working to advance social and economic justice.
SUMMARY
- Fellowship Sponsor: The Atlantic Philanthropies
- Host Institution: London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), UK
- Fellowship Type: Fully Funded
- Fellowship Benefits: Tuition support, living and participation support
- Number of Awards: Not specified
- Study Level: Postgraduate / Professional Fellowship
- Eligible Nationalities: All nationalities
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Programme Overview
The Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity Fellowship is a fully funded international leadership programme designed for mid-career professionals with substantial experience addressing inequality.
Established in 2016, the programme brings together changemakers from diverse backgrounds to examine the causes of inequality and develop practical approaches to social transformation.
The fellowship offers two pathways:
- Residential Track: Fellows relocate to London for one academic year to undertake the MSc in Inequalities and Social Science at LSE while participating in four specialised fellowship modules.
- Non-Residential Track: Fellows remain in their home countries and professional environments, undertake a practice-based project and participate in fellowship activities online and through in-person sessions. Successful participants receive a Postgraduate Certificate in Social and Economic Equity.
Both tracks provide opportunities for collaborative learning, mentorship, networking and leadership development.
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Eligibility Criteria
Applicants for the Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity Fellowship 2027–2028 must:
- Have at least seven years of experience working to challenge social or economic inequalities.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to social justice and positive change.
- Possess relevant professional, community or lived experience addressing inequality.
- Meet LSE’s English-language requirements.
- Demonstrate leadership potential, a clear vision for future impact and willingness to contribute to the fellowship community.
- Meet the admission requirements for the MSc in Inequalities and Social Science if applying for the Residential Track.
The programme welcomes applicants working in areas such as human rights, environmental justice, education, public policy, gender equality, disability rights, housing, labour rights, community organising, arts and peacebuilding.
Although applications are open internationally, particular consideration is given to applicants from the Global South, historically underrepresented communities and individuals who have had limited access to similar educational opportunities.
Fellowship Benefits
The Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity programme provides comprehensive funding and professional development opportunities.
Benefits include:
- Residential Fellows: Full funding for the MSc in Inequalities and Social Science at LSE, together with living-cost support and eligible travel and immigration expenses.
- Non-Residential Fellows: Funded participation in fellowship learning activities and support for required in-person engagement.
- Academic Qualifications: An MSc degree for successful Residential Fellows or a Postgraduate Certificate in Social and Economic Equity for successful Non-Residential Fellows.
- Leadership Development: Access to specialised learning modules, mentorship and professional skills training.
- Global Networking: Opportunities to collaborate with researchers, policymakers, activists and other social-change leaders.
- Lifelong Fellowship: Membership in the wider Atlantic Fellows network of seven programmes worldwide, including opportunities for further collaboration and professional development.
Specific funding arrangements depend on the selected fellowship track.
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Application Procedures
How to Apply: Interested and eligible applicants should complete their applications through the official LSE Graduate Application System.
- Visit the AFSEE application portal and review the requirements for both fellowship tracks.
- Select the Residential or Non-Residential track that best suits your professional circumstances and academic qualifications.
- Complete the online application through LSE’s Graduate Application System.
- Upload the required supporting documents and nominate two referees.
- Submit the completed application before the deadline and ensure that all required references are received.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews before final selection decisions are communicated.
Application Documents
Applicants should prepare the following:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Academic transcripts or an appropriate declaration if they do not hold an undergraduate degree.
- Statement of academic purpose explaining their experience, motivation and intended contribution.
- Contact details for two referees.
- Evidence of meeting LSE’s English-language requirements, where applicable.
Residential applicants must also meet the academic admission requirements for the MSc programme.
Applicants are not required to complete an English-language test before submitting their initial fellowship application, although they must eventually satisfy the applicable language requirements.
Application Deadline
January 11, 2027 (5:00 p.m. UK time.)
The official selection timeline for the Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity Fellowship 2027/28 includes:
- October 7, 2026: Applications opened.
- January 11, 2027: Application deadline.
- Mid-March 2027: Interview invitations.
- Mid-April 2027: Final selection decisions.
- Mid-July 2027: Announcement of the 2027–2028 fellowship cohort.
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
