The Social Science Research Council (SSRC) has officially opened the application window for its 2027 Just Tech Fellowship.
This initiative seeks to fund rigorous, community-grounded work that tackles urgent questions about how technology is reshaping public life and social structures.
Designed for a diverse array of practitioners, including researchers, artists, and journalists, the program prioritizes imaginative approaches to technological design and governance.
Fellows are tasked with expanding public understanding of digital systems to help build more accountable technological futures.
Funding and benefits
Successful applicants will receive a one-year unrestricted award of up to $60,000 to support their creative or research endeavors.
This financial support is intended to provide the flexibility needed to advance ambitious projects throughout the 2027 calendar year.
Beyond the funding, the fellowship offers a robust support network including monthly virtual meetings and individualized mentoring.
Participants also gain access to seed funding for collaborative projects and attend an in-person workshop for focused peer exchange.
Application requirements and eligibility
The program is open to citizens of any country, though fellows must reside in the United States for the duration of the award year.
While there are no formal degree requirements, the SSRC specifies that individuals currently enrolled as full-time students are ineligible to apply.
Applicants must submit a two-page CV, a personal statement (written or video), and a detailed work proposal of up to 3,000 words or 10 slides.
The submission also requires two work samples that demonstrate the applicant’s existing research, creative practice, or public-facing work.
Deadline
The deadline for submitting all application materials is June 28, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EST.
This marks the only application window for the 2027 cohort, with selected fellows scheduled to be notified in November 2026.
Interested candidates can access the application portal online through the SSRC website.
For those seeking further details on the selection criteria or project expectations, the council provides a comprehensive FAQ and direct email support to assist applicants through the process.
To apply, visit SSRC call page. Visit our global opportunity page for more.
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