Call for Application: Non-Resident Policy Fellowship on Afghanistan and its Regional Landscape

Application Period: November 07 – December 15, 2025
Notification of Acceptance: January 10, 2026
Fellowship Start Date: January 15, 2026

The Andiana Foundation is accepting applications for its 2026 Non-Resident Fellowship Program, supporting scholars, analysts, and practitioners focused on Afghanistan and its surrounding region.

Fellows will conduct independent research, publish analytical pieces, host an expert webinar, and present actionable policy recommendations at a foundation conference.

Key Focus Areas:
Security and stability in Afghanistan, regional militant activity, water management, extremism, human rights under authoritarian regimes, refugee crises, and peacebuilding efforts.

Eligibility:

• Open to Afghan researchers, policy analysts, and practitioners with demonstrated expertise or experience related to Afghanistan and regional affairs.

• Substantive knowledge of Afghanistan’s bilateral relations with its neighboring countries

• Demonstrated interest and background in security and peace studies.

• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.

• Proven experience in facilitating discussions and engaging with diverse stakeholders.

• Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines effectively.

Interested applicants should submit:

1. A concept paper (1–2 pages) outlining the research topic, objectives, and relevance to the fellowship themes.

2. A short bio (up to 300 words) and a CV (maximum 4 pages).

3. ​A writing sample (published or unpublished, up to 1,000 words).

Application Deadline: December 15, 2025

For more information and to submit your application, please visit the main page using the link provided below.