New Voices Fellowship

Catalyzing locally-rooted, globally networked leaders to become visible, effective advocates to champion more equitable development systems.

HISTORY OF THE FELLOWSHIP

The Aspen Global Innovators Group (AGI) New Voices Fellowship brings more expert voices into the global development discussion. The Fellowship was launched in 2013 and since then, New Voices Fellowship has created a community of visionary leaders who are both locally rooted and globally networked.

When local leaders champion solutions in partnership with their communities, the whole world benefits. This progress is unlocked when frontline experts, not just those with power and privilege, possess the tools to advocate, communicate and lead more effectively.

Our model is simple: equip locally-rooted experts with the world-class communication and advocacy skills and support they need to gain the attention and recognition that positions them to influence future development policies. The New Voices program has worked with close to 200 experts from Africa, Asia, Latin America & the Caribbean who represent a range of organizations building movements for large-scale transformation centering dignity, respect and justice.

*We are not accepting applications at this time.

READ THE 10-YEAR IMPACT REPORT

OVERVIEW OF NETWORK

NVF 10 year demographics

FELLOWSHIP IMPACT

NVF 10-Year Impact in action

CURRENT SUPPORT OF ALUMNI

The New Voices Alumni Network includes 187 fellows from over 40 countries, a dynamic community of leaders driving change in health, development, climate, gender equity, and more. The network offers ongoing opportunities for collaboration, idea exchange, and peer support, creating a lasting ecosystem of impact long after the fellowship ends.

Amplification of Fellows 

  • AGI actively promotes fellows’ work by sharing their achievements across Aspen platforms. This includes nominating fellows for high-profile awards, prizes, speaking opportunities, and leadership recognitions, helping to elevate their visibility and influence on the global stage.

Capacity Building/Ongoing Professional Support

  • Peer to peer Learning Exchanges: AGI hosts quarterly alumni-led training sessions focusing on topics the alumni are eager to explore. These sessions foster collaboration and skill-sharing tailored to the network’s evolving needs. Past sessions include: 
    • Workshop: Digital Multimedia & Advocacy Strategy for Impact
    • Storytelling Workshop Part 1 & 2
    • Webinar: Finding Our Voice in Precarious Times 
  • Innovators Circle: AGI offers monthly virtual gatherings that provide a supportive space for fellows to discuss their writing ideas, get feedback on their pieces, and collaborate with both peers and staff.

FELLOWS IN FOCUS

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Senior New Voices Fellow Dixon Chibanda shares how Friendship Bench team is working every day to solve challenges and deploy solutions in their own communities, closing the gap between communities and care and helping to achieve global health equity.
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Senior New Voices Fellow Carl Manlan shared how the Aspen Global Innovators Group’s flagship fellowship shaped his journey and impact, speaking at the Next Generation Africa event in Ghana.
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New Voices Fellows from the Class of 2018, Clare Byarugaba and Tlaleng Mofokeng, discussing their experiences in the fellowship.
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Senior New Voices Fellow, Jane Otai finds a novel way to get through to her community in the Nairobi Slums at the Aspen Ideas Festival session Undaunted.
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