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We are looking for leaders who have the courage and compassion to confront life-limiting disparities in health.

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The Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity program is designed to bring together the many diverse industries and professions that influence health and well-being including, but not limited to: art, law, business, academia, medicine, government, journalism, social enterprise, research, media, housing, and health care delivery.

Fellows will be selected based on demonstrated commitment in the area of health equity and leadership potential. The program will build and support a group of global, multidisciplinary leaders equipped with the technical knowledge, skills and network to advance health equity in their organizations and communities.

Guidance Documents

• Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity Prospectus – Prepared for the 2027 Application Cycle
• 2026 AFHE Application Worksheet

Application Timeline

• February 18, 2026: Application opens – APPLY NOW!
• February 25, 2026: Informational webinar REGISTER HERE
• March 18, 2026: Application closes
• April – May, 2026: Applications reviewed
• June 2026: Applicants invited for interviews
• Late July 2026: Applicant acceptance notifications sent

Who should apply?

Program Expectations

Selected fellows will need to:

• Attend in person convenings throughout the year (4-week time commitment)
• Participate in the online curriculum that includes: biweekly online classes, individualized coaching, peer mentoring, and team-based learning (12-16 hours per month)
• Be proficient in the English language

Please note that all educational experiences and travel expenses related to participation in the fellowship will be covered by the program.

Selection Criteria

Fellows are chosen for the next step of the application process by the strength of their statement of interest, including past accomplishments that demonstrate a strong commitment to health equity, the quality of their project proposal, the strength of their recommendation letters and the completion of the employer support form.

Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity is compliant with federal law and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Application Components

• Personal Demographic Details: As part of the application, applicants will be asked to provide basic background details to help us understand their professional context and environment.
• Short Answer Questions: Applicants will respond to a series of short answer questions about their motivation for leadership, the communities they serve, the impact of their work to date and a project they hope to advance during the fellowship year.
  Applicants may download this worksheet to prepare their written responses offline.
• Video Questions: After applicants submit their written application responses, they will be sent an email invitation to respond to a few questions via short video recordings. Applicants are not considered complete until the video responses are also submitted. All video responses are due by March 18 at 11:59 p.m. EDT (GMT -4).
• Employer Support Form: All applicants must upload an Employer Support Form PRIOR to submitting the application. This form must be completed by someone in a direct supervisory role and should confirm your employer’s support of your participation in the fellowship program. 
• 2 Letters of Recommendation: Letters of recommendation should be specific to your interest in being an Atlantic Fellow for Health Equity. These should be provided professional references who are willing to be contacted in the final selection process. At least one of the letters should be from someone in a direct supervisory role (this can be the same person who completes the employer support form).
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume