Summer development fellowships in the U.S. seeks applicants

Journalists from developing countries are encouraged to apply for a three-week summer fellowship at Stanford University, called the Draper Hills Summer Fellowship on Democracy and Development Program. Deadline for application submission: January 8, 2010.

During the fellowship, from July 25 to August 13, 2010, Stanford professors and research teams will lead daily seminars and host speeches by prominent members of American political and civil society. Fellows will also be given the opportunity to lead discussion sessions and exchange ideas for positive reform, drawing from their experiences at home.

Successful applicants will be mid-career professionals, fluent in English, and have a dedication to democracy and development.

From more information and to download the application form visit http://cddrl.stanford.edu/fellowships/summerfellows/.