Apply Now for Re:constitution Fellowships 2024/2025

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Empowering Voices for Democracy and Rule of Law in Europe

Are you an early-career scholar or practitioner passionate about strengthening democracy and the rule of law in Europe? The re:constitution Fellowships 2024/2025 offer a transformative platform to advance your research, collaborate across borders, and contribute to critical debates shaping Europe’s future. With 15 Fellowships available across two flexible tracks, this program bridges academia and practice while fostering a vibrant pan-European network.

Why Apply?

  • Funding Support: Receive a monthly stipend of €2,500 during mobility periods (October 2024–July 2025).
  • Interdisciplinary Exchange: Engage with scholars, legal experts, journalists, and policymakers from diverse backgrounds.
  • Mobility Opportunities: Conduct research at host institutions across Europe, including EU countries, candidate nations, the UK, and Switzerland.
  • Career Development: Access training, mentorship, and a growing alumni network to amplify your impact.

Program Tracks: Tailored to Your Goals

Track 1: Full-Time Immersion

  • For: Scholars and practitioners seeking intensive collaboration.
  • Details:
    • 6-month mobility period split between two institutions (academic + practical).
    • Participate in three mandatory meetings (Berlin, online, and a European location).
    • Present your project in the Fellow Talks series.

Track 2: Flexible Engagement

  • For: Professionals balancing commitments with part-time options.
  • Details:
    • Choose 3 months full-time or 6 months part-time at one host institution.
    • Attend two meetings (Berlin in-person + one additional).
    • Showcase your work in the Fellow Talks series (full participation encouraged).

Who Can Apply?

  • Scholars: Hold a PhD (completed within the last 10 years) in law, political science, philosophy, or related fields. Advanced doctoral candidates near completion are also eligible.
  • Practitioners: Legal professionals, policymakers, NGO experts, journalists, or researchers focused on democracy/rule of law in Europe.
  • Residency: Open to residents of EU/EEA countries, EU candidate nations*, Switzerland, or the UK. Citizenship is not required.

*Includes Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, and Ukraine.

Key Benefits

  • Independent Research: Pursue a self-designed project on democracy or rule of law.
  • Networking: Connect with leading experts and join a sustainable alumni community.
  • Publishing Opportunities: Share findings through working papers, policy briefs, blogs, podcasts, or op-eds.
  • Skill Development: Access workshops on interdisciplinary methodologies and career growth.

How to Apply

  1. Prepare:
    • CV (2–3 pages) and project outline (2–3 pages).
    • 300-word abstract and two professional references (no recommendation letters required).
  2. Submit: Use the online portal by April 3, 2024, 12:00 PM CEST.
  3. Select: Indicate your preferred track (Track 1 or 2) during submission.

Why Join re:constitution?

This fellowship isn’t just about funding—it’s about joining a movement to safeguard democratic values. By fostering dialogue between academia and practice, re:constitution empowers Fellows to shape policies, influence public discourse, and drive meaningful change.

Diversity and inclusion are central to the program. Applicants of all backgrounds, ages, and identities are encouraged to apply.

Deadline: April 3, 2024
Questions? Visit the FAQ page or email reconstitution@trafo-berlin.de.

Apply now and become part of Europe’s next generation of democracy champions!

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