The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity (AFSEE) Programme 2027-2028 (Fully Funded)

Published: October 09, 2026
Deadline: January 11, 2027
Category: Fellowship Fully Funded

Applications are currently being accepted for The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity (AFSEE) Programme 2027-2028. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.

About The London School of Economics and Political Science AFSEE Programme

iPolicymakers, researchers, activists, practitioners, artists, and movement-builders from around the world are invited to apply to the innovative, fully-funded, and inequalities-focused fellowship programme based at the International Inequalities Institute at the London School of Economics and Political Science. Currently recruiting for its eleventh cohort, the AFSEE Fellowship is aimed at mid-career social-change leaders who have at least seven years of experience in challenging inequalities. Applications are accepted from individuals working on any field of social and economic equity, including, but not limited to economic and social rights; sustainability and environmental justice; tax justice and economic alternatives; women’s, minority, and disability rights; rights to education; public policy; housing and urban inequalities; labour rights; community organising; arts and culture; and peacebuilding and transitional justice.

Launched in 2016, the AFSEE Programme celebrates its tenth anniversary in 2026-2027; working towards its aim to build a 400-strong inspiring community of Fellows over two decades. In its first ten cohorts, the programme has brought together over 160 change-makers from 60 countries across the globe.

Sponsor Organisation: The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)

Benefits of The London School of Economics and Political Science AFSEE Programme

Membership in a global fellowship community of people working to address inequality.
Opportunities to learn from fellows' knowledge, expertise, lived experience, passion, and commitment.
A transformative fellowship experience built around collaboration and collective action for social and economic change.

The London School of Economics and Political Science AFSEE Programme Requirements

Applicants to the Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity programme must be able to demonstrate their ability to meet the following eligibility criteria.

Residential Fellows

Applicants must qualify for admission to the London School of Economics’ MSc in Inequalities and Social Science. These requirements include a 2:1 degree or equivalent in any discipline. A background in social science and/or work experience in the social policy field are advantageous but not essential. Please refer to the programme page for full details.
Applicants must meet LSE’s English Language Requirement. The English language requirement for this track is Higher.
Applicants must have at least 7 years of experience demonstrating courage, care, leadership and commitment in advancing equitable solutions to inequality.

Note: Applicants who have attained a PhD, who have completed a master's degree within the past three years, or who are currently studying for a degree, will not normally be considered for the Residential track.

Non-Residential Fellows

Applicants must meet LSE’s English Language Requirement. The English language requirement for this track is Standard.
Applicants must have at least 7 years of experience demonstrating courage, care, leadership and commitment in advancing equitable solutions to inequality.

Note: For the Non-Residential track, we aim to be inclusive and to encourage applications from non-traditional applicants. We therefore welcome applications from both those applicants who hold an undergraduate degree (2:2 and above) and to those who do not hold an undergraduate degree. This track is also open to applicants who already hold postgraduate degrees. Applicants currently enrolled in a degree programme will not be considered unless their course of study ends before the Fellowship year begins in September.