Application for TED Fellows Program 2023 is now open. TED is a global community, welcoming people from every discipline and culture who seek a deeper understanding of the world. They believe passionately in the power of ideas to change attitudes, lives and, ultimately, the world.

TED is owned by a nonprofit, nonpartisan foundation. Their agenda is to make great ideas accessible and spark conversation.

Every year the TED Fellows program selects a new group of extraordinary, multidisciplinary individuals by open application. We look for innovators on the rise in their respective fields who are doing bold, original work.

Benefits

Once selected, TED Fellows receive transformational support. The program offers them TED’s power to help articulate and amplify their vision. The program supports TED Fellows’ with the individual capacity-building required to take the global stage. TED equip TED Fellows with public speaking and media training, professional coaching, educational programming and connect them to a global network of peers and industry leaders.

Cost

TED will cover transportation charge to and from TED conference, conference registration, any visa you may need, food and accommodation.

What the program is looking for?

• TED is looking for the people working on the ground on world-changing ideas — the doers, makers, inventors, advocates, filmmakers and photographers, musicians and artists, educators, scientists, entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, and human rights activists.
• They are looking for individuals who have a proven track record of great work in their field, with fine character and a good heart. They are also looking for individuals from all disciplines, and who have collaborative, kind personalities.

Application Process

To apply, you’ll submit an application online during our open application cycle. Your written application is the primary means for showcasing your work — tell TED what makes your work unique and impactful. Please write clearly for a general audience and assume we know nothing about your field.  TED only accepts applications written in English and does not accept late submissions.

Once TED has received your application, they will start reading. They read every application, and therefore the selection process takes time. You can expect to hear back in 8 months after the application closes. All applicants are notified whether or not they have been selected to join the TED Fellows program.

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