The Fejos Postdoctoral Fellowship supports innovative multimodal projects that amplify the impact of anthropology beyond print scholarship.

Overview

The Fejos Postdoctoral Fellowship addresses structural barriers faced by early-career scholars when translating anthropological research into film, audio, and other creative public media. The programme supports ethically grounded, experimentally rich public-facing anthropology.

Funding and Benefits

The fellowship provides funding up to $40,000 for a 9-month fellowship period.

Research Areas or Activities

The Foundation is interested in supporting a range of creative formats, including:

• Documentary film
• Podcasts
• Video essays
• Other creative formats involving sight, sound, and/or touch

Eligibility

The fellowship is designed for early-career scholars interested in public-facing anthropology.

Application Process

Prospective applicants are encouraged to attend a conversation with Wenner-Gren staff to learn more about the goals of the fellowship, what constitutes a strong application, and whether the Fejos Fellowship aligns with their specific work.

Contact Information

Inquiries regarding the fellowship can be directed to the Wenner-Gren Foundation at the following location:

Wenner-Gren Foundation
655 Third Avenue, 23rd Floor
New York, NY 10017
USA

Telephone: (+1) 212.683.5000

Email: inquiries@wennergren.org