Application Deadline: September 19, 2025

About

Join a global community of changemakers advancing brain health. The Atlantic Fellows for Equity in Brain Health program, hosted at Trinity College Dublin (Ireland) or University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), offers a 12-month, full-time, paid fellowship for professionals committed to promoting health equity and improving brain health outcomes in vulnerable populations. The program equips emerging leaders with interdisciplinary training, mentorship, and a global network to drive change locally and globally.

Who Can Apply

Open to professionals from any discipline (e.g., arts, medicine, policy, journalism, community work) who have:

• Completed terminal training or qualifications in their field
• Demonstrated commitment to brain health equity
• Proficiency in English
• Strong regional support for post-fellowship impact

Benefits

• Fully-funded 12-month fellowship (stipend + training)
• Interdisciplinary curriculum in brain health, leadership, and ethics
• Mentorship and leadership development
• Pilot project funding of up to $25,000
• Global networking with 260+ fellows from 60+ countries
• Prestigious certificate from UCSF or Trinity College Dublin

Expectations of Applicants

• Availability for full-time, in-person study at UCSF
• Demonstrated commitment to the fellowship’s mission and goals
• Ability to implement transformative projects in underserved communities
• Terminal degree or equivalent in their field
• English proficiency and capacity for international travel

Application Process

Applications are competitively reviewed, and selected candidates are invited to interview. All applicants will be notified of their interview status via email.

Key Dates:

• Applications Open: May 30, 2025
• Deadline: September 19, 2025
• Interview Notification: November 2025
• Final Decisions: December 2025

Application Components

• Online application
• Resume or curriculum vitae
• Statements of Purpose addressing your interest in the program and future goals
• Two Letters of Support

Important Note

Incomplete applications will not be considered. The program is conducted in English; all materials must be submitted in English. Official transcripts will be required for selected applicants post-interview.

How to Apply

Visit the GBHI Official website to apply: https://www.gbhi.org/apply#about-the-fellowship