Fellowship in Anthropology and Black Experiences
General
The purpose of this fellowship is to expand the anthropological conversation and build capacity in anthropology as a career and field of study, amplifying perspectives previously underrepresented in the discipline.
The Foundation is eager to support individuals whose research draws on Black studies, critical race studies, diasporic Africana studies, the vernacular insights of communities of color, and other sources of inspiration growing out of global Black experiences, to advance new lines of scholarship in any of anthropology’s subfields. We hope to attract applicants working in diverse areas, including but not limited to Black communities.
Applicants should show how this support will enable them to succeed at a critical juncture in their career, alter their trajectory in the field, and enable them to reach new networks and audiences. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
As part of the 9-month fellowship, the successful applicant will join a cohort of awardees and benefit from workshops and mentoring events designed to help them amplify their writing project’s impact.
Award Money
Fellows receive a stipend of $50,000 over 9 months. Wenner-Gren awards do not include funds to cover institutional overhead or any fees related to the administration of our grants and fellowships.
Application Deadline
The online application portal will open on October 1 and the deadline for application submissions is December 1 for fellowships beginning in September of the following year. The Foundation expects to complete the review process and arrive at a final decision 3 months after the application deadline. We make one award annually.