The Global Heumann Fellowship

The WID Global Heumann Fellowship Program honors WID co-founder Judy Heumann's enduring legacy by empowering disability leaders and advocates worldwide to advance disability rights and justice within their regional communities. Through this program, fellows will work on impactful research projects aimed at promoting equity, inclusion, and justice globally.

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The Global Heumann Fellowship

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Our How

During the twelve-month Fellowship term, each Fellow will engage in a unique combination of opportunities for thought leadership on national and global policy, research strategies, advocacy, and contributions to initiatives aimed at advancing the leadership of persons with disabilities globally. Fellows will focus on identifying and leading research with the support of WID, as it regards the Fellow’s expertise in collaboration with WID’s global mission.

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Roles and Responsibilities

Champion WID’s mission and values by conducting research, drafting a white paper, cultivating relationships, and driving collaborative opportunities with global impact aligned with WID’s mission and strategic focus areas.

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Requirements and Eligibility

Short- and long-term partnerships to offer technical assistance and education

  • Physical/architectural, communication, and digital accessibility expertise
  • Tailor-made trainings on fundamentals or specific disability-related topics
  • Comprehensive event support
  • Resources that strengthen awareness, improve competency, and build upon existing skills
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Time Commitment and Location

Remote, part-time, twelve-month cohort accommodating multiple time zones.

Ready to learn more?

If you want to learn more about the Global Heumann Fellowship, check out the fellowship webpage and current cohort. You can also reach out via email at fellowship@wid.org for more information.