PBI USA Human Rights Defenders Fellowship 2026 for U.S. Activists (Stipend Provided)
The U.S. Human Rights Defenders International Solidarity Fellowship is a structured nine-month program starting on August 24, 2026. It is designed for U.S.-based non-violent activists committed to social justice, aiming to deepen their engagement with international human rights systems. The fellowship focuses on strengthening solidarity networks and equips fellows with practical advocacy, communications, and organizing skills.
Participants will learn about international human rights frameworks and develop strategies to support at-risk defenders globally. The program emphasizes the interconnected nature of human rights struggles, linking local activism in the U.S. with international advocacy efforts.
Eligibility
Applicants must reside in the United States or its territories and be U.S. citizens or legally authorized to work in the U.S. The fellowship seeks individuals committed to social justice and human rights advocacy.
Deadline: Ongoing
Benefits
Fellows receive a total stipend of $3,500, full coverage of travel, accommodation, and meals for the Washington, D.C. convening, and funding to attend one major external human rights or policy conference.
