Bertha Foundation Global Fellowship
About this scholarship
The Bertha Foundation Global Fellowship supports emerging activists who use law or media to advance social justice, helping them pursue a master’s degree at one of Bertha’s partner institutions. The Bertha Foundation backs activists, storytellers, and advocates around the world, and this fellowship is part of its work to strengthen the pipeline of human rights leaders.
The award provides a fellowship grant of 25,000 US dollars toward study, alongside something arguably just as valuable: access to the Bertha network of changemakers, mentoring from experienced human rights lawyers and journalists, participation in Bertha’s annual gatherings, and lifelong membership of the Bertha community. It is a partial award, designed to complement other funding for an approved master’s programme.
Eligibility is focused on commitment and experience: applicants should be emerging human rights leaders from any country with at least three years of experience in social justice work using law or media, applying to an approved master’s programme at a Bertha partner institution, and committed to returning to advocacy work after their studies. For activists and advocates ready to deepen their skills and join a global community, the Bertha Global Fellowship is a meaningful opportunity.
Eligibility
- Emerging human rights leaders from any country.
- At least three years of experience in social justice work using law or media.
- Applying to an approved master's programme at a Bertha partner institution.
- A strong commitment to returning to advocacy work after studies.
Benefits & Coverage
- Fellowship grant of USD 25,000.
- Access to the Bertha network of changemakers.
- Mentoring from experienced human rights lawyers and journalists.
- Participation in Bertha annual gatherings.
- Lifelong membership in the Bertha community.
Required Documents
- Curriculum vitae.
- Statement of purpose or motivation letter.
- Evidence of at least three years of social justice work.
- Proof of application to an approved partner master's programme.
- Reference letters.
- Passport copy.
How to Apply
- Apply to an approved master's programme at a Bertha partner institution.
- Complete the Bertha Global Fellowship application.
- Submit your CV, statement, and supporting documents by the deadline (confirm the current process on the official site).
Frequently asked questions
Is Bertha Foundation Global Fellowship fully funded? +
This scholarship is listed as partial funding. The listed award is: Fellowship grant of USD 25,000 toward study; Network, mentoring, and lifelong Bertha membership.. Coverage can change between cycles, so confirm the details on the official page.
What degree levels does Bertha Foundation Global Fellowship cover? +
This scholarship is listed for: Master's.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is October 15, 2026. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Emerging human rights leaders from any country; At least three years of experience in social justice work using law or media; Applying to an approved master's programme at a Bertha partner institution; A strong commitment to returning to advocacy work after studies. See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this scholarship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
