Just Tech Fellowship 2027 in the USA ($60,000 Funding for Global Researchers and Practitioners)
Applications are now open for the Just Tech Fellowship 2027, a prestigious one-year fellowship offering up to $60,000 in funding for researchers, practitioners, artists, and technologists working on projects that examine the relationship between technology and society. Organized by the Social Science Research Council (SSRC), this fellowship supports independent, innovative work addressing issues such as AI ethics, digital rights, platform accountability, technology governance, and digital inequality.
The fellowship is designed to support individuals creating public-impact projects that explore how technology affects communities, institutions, and society at large. In addition to financial support, fellows gain access to mentoring, workshops, and a collaborative network of interdisciplinary professionals.
This is an exceptional opportunity for professionals looking to advance impactful work in the field of technology and social justice.
Degree Level
The Just Tech Fellowship 2027 is not degree-specific.
It is open to:
- Independent Researchers
- Practitioners
- Artists
- Journalists
- Technologists
- Policy Experts
- Community-Based Professionals
Full-time students are not eligible for this fellowship.
Available Subjects
Applicants working in the following areas are encouraged to apply:
- Technology and Society
- Artificial Intelligence Ethics
- Digital Rights
- Data Governance
- Public Policy
- Social Justice
- Technology Governance
- Platform Accountability
- Digital Inequality
- Community Technology Projects
Interdisciplinary and community-centered projects are strongly encouraged.
Benefits
Selected fellows will receive a wide range of benefits, including:
- Up to $60,000 unrestricted funding
- Monthly virtual cohort sessions
- Fully funded in-person workshop
- Individual mentoring support
- Access to an interdisciplinary professional network
- Opportunities for collaboration with researchers, practitioners, and technologists
- Support for research, creative work, or public engagement projects
The unrestricted funding model gives fellows flexibility to use the grant in the way that best supports their project goals.
Eligible Nationalities
The Just Tech Fellowship 2027 is open to applicants from all countries.
However, selected fellows must reside in the United States during the fellowship year.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Just Tech Fellowship 2027, applicants must:
- Be a researcher, practitioner, artist, technologist, or public-interest professional
- Have a strong record of impactful work
- Propose a project focused on technology’s impact on society
- Be capable of producing public-facing outputs or policy-relevant outcomes
- Be available to reside in the United States during the fellowship period
- Demonstrate the ability to complete the project independently
- Not be enrolled as a full-time student
There are no formal academic degree requirements, but applicants should have relevant professional experience and a compelling project proposal.
Application Procedure
Applications must be submitted online through the official fellowship portal.
Steps to Apply:
- Visit the official Just Tech Fellowship application page.
- Prepare your project proposal and supporting documents.
- Complete the online application form.
- Submit all required materials before the deadline.
- Wait for the review and selection process.
Required Documents:
- Updated CV or professional resume
- Project proposal
- Work samples or portfolio
- Personal statement
- Supporting references (if required)
Applicants are encouraged to submit projects with strong public impact, originality, and practical relevance.
Application Deadline
The last date to apply for the Just Tech Fellowship 2027 is:
28 June 2026
Late applications will not be accepted, so candidates should apply as early as possible.
