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NetHope
Humanitarian AI Research Fellowship 2026
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A part-time, fully remote research fellowship in which fellows conduct independent research on responsible AI in humanitarian and development settings, choosing between AI Adoption & Governance and AI Systems & Localization.
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- Background aligned with at least one of the two research streams
- Ability to independently investigate a research question, analyze information, communicate findings clearly, …
- Pass OFAC screening before starting the fellowship
Preferences and flexible criteria (3)
- Mid-career to seasoned practitioners with strong writing and analytical abilities and a genuine interest in r…
- profession Experience with technology adoption or organizational change
- profession Technical expertise and interest in applying AI to real-world humanitarian problems rather than focusing excl…
- Fields of study
- Development studies
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- Funding type
- Stipend only
- Duration
- < 6 months
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- In-person requirements
- None
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- Prepare a CV demonstrating relevant experience and provide two to three professional references. Required
- Prepare a letter of interest describing your motivation and relevant experience, one significant AI risk in humanitarian work and a possible mitigation, and an AI tool used or evaluated in a real project, including how it underperformed and how you identified the problem. Do not disclose confidential employer or client information. Required
- Include a relevant writing sample if available. Optional
- Check NetHope’s official announcement and application links before submitting. Required
- Submit early; NetHope may review applications and select fellows before the stated deadline. Required
- Deadline
- 9 October 2026
- Deadline notes
- NetHope may review applications and select fellows before the deadline; applicants are encouraged to submit early.
- Application cycle
- 2026 application cycle
- Notes
- Fellows receive named authorship credit on published research arising from the fellowship.
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