Tech Policy Press is now accepting applications for its 2026 fellowship cohort.
Since its launch in 2023, the fellowship program has supported 15 fellows from seven countries across two cohorts, who have written on pressing topics such as the governance of artificial intelligence, tech regulation, digital rights, and the entanglement of state and corporate power.
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When is the Application Deadline:
📅 October 15, 2025 (11:59 p.m. EDT)
Tell Me About The Award:
The Tech Policy Press Fellowship Program is a year-long, part-time remote fellowship designed to support independent reporting and analysis at the intersection of technology and democracy. Since its launch in 2023, the fellowship has supported fellows across seven countries to produce impactful work on AI governance, digital rights, tech regulation, and corporate-state power.
Selected fellows will receive financial support, editorial guidance, and access to an international network of peers while working on pressing public-interest issues.
Which Fields are Eligible?
Projects may focus on (but are not limited to):
- Technology governance & regulation
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) and society
- Digital rights & privacy
- The role of tech in democracy and politics
- Media, disinformation, and online platforms
- Corporate and state power in the digital age
Type:
📰 Fellowship (Part-time, Remote)
Who can Apply?
- Journalists (including freelancers and independent reporters)
- Researchers and academics in tech policy or digital governance
- Public policy professionals, lawyers, and advocates in tech and society
Applicants should: - Have prior publishing experience (articles, reports, essays, podcasts, newsletters, etc.)
- Demonstrate expertise or strong interest in technology and democracy
- Be committed to producing high-quality, public-interest work
How are Applicants Selected?
- Applications reviewed based on clarity, originality, and relevance of the proposed project
- Strength of prior work and demonstrated expertise
- Commitment to public-interest reporting and analysis
- Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an online interview
- Final selection announced by early December 2025
Which Countries Are Eligible?
🌍 Open to applicants worldwide, with an emphasis on candidates from the Global Majority and underrepresented communities.
Where will the Award be Taken?
Remote (independent contractor basis).
How Many Awards?
Not specified (a small cohort will be selected for 2026).
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- 💰 USD $10,000 stipend (disbursed quarterly)
- Editorial mentorship and regular feedback
- Access to an international network of fellows and editors
- Monthly virtual meetings and collaboration opportunities
- Global exposure through publication on Tech Policy Press, newsletters, podcasts, and events
How Long Will the Award Last?
🗓️ January 2026 – December 2026 (12 months).
How to Apply:
Applicants must submit the following via the official online application form:
- CV or resume
- Cover letter (max 2 pages) explaining your proposed focus, qualifications, and expected impact
- Links to prior publications (must be publicly accessible and clearly attributed)
Visit the Award Webpage for Details
👉 Apply Here for Tech Policy Press Fellowship 2026
