The Globethics Emerging Leaders in Ethical AI Governance Fellowship offers a unique, fully funded opportunity for early-career professionals to shape the future of ethical and inclusive AI governance. Applications close on 16 April 2026. This international program targets individuals from academia, government, civil society, and the private sector who are passionate about responsible AI and ethical leadership.
Fellows will spend a week in Geneva, the heart of global decision-making, and participate in the AI for Good Global Summit. The program provides mentorship, networking, and practical experience, helping participants develop projects with real-world impact. Importantly, top fellows will also have the chance to secure seed funding for their ideas.
Application Deadline: 16 April 2026
Eligible Countries: Not specified – please see official page
Program Duration: July – September 2026 (includes 1-week Geneva residency)
Program Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Funding/Benefits: Fully funded (accommodation, program fees, training, summit access, mentoring, seed funding for top fellows)
Award Provider: Globethics
About this Program
This fellowship is a competitive international initiative designed for early-career professionals (ages 24–35) working in AI ethics, governance, or responsible innovation. The program aims to build skills, expand networks, and provide practical experience in advancing ethical, inclusive, and values-driven AI governance across different societal and interfaith contexts.
Fellows will join a global community, learn from leading experts, and gain visibility at high-level events. Therefore, this program is ideal for those who want to make a tangible difference in the field of AI ethics.
Eligibility Criteria
- Early-career professionals aged 24–35
- Backgrounds in academia (Master’s, PhD, postdoctoral), government, public sector, private sector (AI, tech, ethics, compliance, innovation), civil society, or interfaith organisations
- Active engagement in AI ethics, governance, or responsible innovation
- Ability to develop a research, policy, or applied project
- Interest in intercultural or interfaith dialogue
- No religious affiliation required
What Fellows Receive:
- Accommodation during Geneva residency (6–10 July 2026)
- All program fees and training costs covered
- Access to AI for Good Global Summit
- Mentoring from global experts in AI ethics and governance
- Opportunity to publish or present outputs with external partners
- Membership in a global alumni network
- For top 5 fellows: seed funding, advanced mentorship, visibility at Global Ethics Forum (October 2026), and exposure to donors and high-level experts
Program Components
- Geneva residency (6–10 July 2026)
- Participation in AI for Good Global Summit
- Mentorship and training sessions
- Project development (July–September 2026)
- Optional Phase II for top fellows: advanced project implementation and presentation at Global Ethics Forum
How to Apply
- Prepare a single PDF containing:
- CV (maximum 2 pages)
- Expression of Interest (500 words) covering your background, motivation, and initial project idea
- (Optional) Supporting materials: publications, portfolio, recommendation letter
- Read the full call for expressions of interest on the official page.
- Submit your application as instructed on the official website.
👉 Visit the official fellowship page for details
