Benefits
Fellowship Benefits
As an ASAP Fellow, each participant will gain access to the comprehensive ASAP fellowship ecosystem, designed to support professional development, research advancement, and global engagement.
1.1. Mentorship Program
Fellows will be matched with one to three mentors from diverse academic and professional backgrounds who align with their respective research interests or project focus areas.
1.2. Publication Opportunities
Fellows will have the opportunity to publish their work through established ASAP platforms, including Journal ASAP and the ASAP Newsletter, as well as to promote their research through ASAP's official social media channels.
1.3. Conferences
Fellows will be invited to participate in the annual ASAP and Yale Global Justice Program (YGJP) Conference, providing valuable opportunities to present their work, exchange ideas, and engage with the broader academic and practitioner communities.
1.4. Global Network
Participation in the fellowship grants access to the ASAP global network, enabling fellows to connect with professionals, scholars, and practitioners committed to advancing global justice.
1.5. Training and Capacity Building
Fellows will engage in one-on-one mentoring sessions, thematic meetings, seminars, and workshops (subject to availability).
Pathways
Essay Prize Participants and Fellowship Pathway
Recipients of the Amartya Sens Essay Prize and the Nelson Mandela Essay Prize are invited to further their engagement with the ASAP community through the fellowship program. Upon being notified of their selection as prize winners, participants will be presented with three options regarding their continued involvement with ASAP:
3.1. Option A : Fellowship Pathway
Winning participants who wish to continue their collaboration with ASAP as fellows are required to submit a one-page concept note and a five minutes video outlining their proposed project or research idea. Acceptance into the fellowship program will be contingent upon the review and approval of this concept note in accordance with ASAP's fellowship selection criteria.
3.2. Option B : Passive Membership
Prize recipients may choose to accept the award and become Passive ASAP Members. Passive Members do not participate in fellowship or active membership (see 4.1) activities but remain connected to the network, receiving regular updates, newsletters, and announcements regarding ASAP's ongoing initiatives and opportunities.
3.3. Option C : Prize-Only Recognition
Prize recipients may elect to accept only the award and publication opportunity, concluding their engagement with ASAP upon receipt of the prize. No further obligations or affiliations with the organization will be required under this option.
After the Fellowship
Post-Fellowship Pathways
Upon successful completion of the fellowship year, ASAP Fellows will be offered three options for continuing their association with the ASAP community. These pathways are designed to recognize varying levels of engagement and ongoing commitment.
4.1. Option A : Active ASAP Membership
Fellows who wish to maintain an active role within the ASAP community may transition into Active ASAP Membership. This status includes continued participation in select programs, mentoring opportunities, and community initiatives. Active membership is subject to an annual renewal process and carries a set of commitments and benefits that will be communicated at the time of renewal.
4.2. Option B : Passive ASAP Membership
Fellows may choose to become Passive ASAP Members, maintaining their connection with the organization in an informational capacity. Passive Members receive updates, newsletters, and announcements from the ASAP community but are not required to participate in programs or events.
4.3. Option C : Completion and Discontinuation
Fellows may elect to conclude their engagement with ASAP upon completion of the fellowship program. In this case, the fellow's responsibilities and entitlements will end with the issuance of the Certificate of Completion. However, fellows will remain in the ASAP database (unless explicitly requesting removal), continuing to receive ASAP newsletters and other communications sent to the global ASAP community.
Ask about future fellowship cohorts
Use the contact page to ask about future cohorts, mentoring, publication opportunities, or partnership with ASAP.
