Humanitarian Futures: Gender, Displacement, and Justice Research Fellowship or Lasting Change

Women's Refugee Commission • New York, NY

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About The Position

The Women's Refugee Commission (WRC) invites applications for a 8-month research fellowship designed to support mid-career researchers exploring critical questions at the intersection of gender, displacement, and humanitarian systems. This program centers the leadership and knowledge of displaced women and seeks to generate research that challenges conventional humanitarian approaches and promotes inclusive, feminist alternatives.
Fellows will receive financial support, research guidance, and opportunities for peer learning and collaboration with WRC staff, and a cohort of fellow researchers.
Program Duration: 8 months (March 2026 - October 2026)

Requirements

• Have completed or are currently enrolled in a graduate degree (Master's or PhD) in a related field (International Studies, Political Science, Gender Studies, Public Health, Sociology, Anthropology, etc.) and have 3-10 years of research experience
• Have lived experience of displacement, forced migration, or statelessness.
• Demonstrate commitment to participatory, community-centered research methodologies
• Have experience working with or conducting research in displacement, migration, or humanitarian contexts
• Are fluent in English

Nice To Haves

• Have experience translating research into policy influence and advocacy
• Have strong skills in writing for various audiences and stakeholders
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and qualitative or quantitative data analysis software
• Bring a gender justice lens to their work

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct independent research on your chosen theme
• Employ participatory, ethical, gender-sensitive research methodologies that center displaced communities
• Produce a final research report or paper suitable for publication
• Participate actively in monthly cohort meetings and mentorship sessions
• Provide a research plan before beginning data collection
• Present findings to WRC staff and at least one external audience
• Contribute to WRC advocacy or publications, as appropriate
• Acknowledge WRC support in any publications or presentations resulting from fellowship research

Benefits

• Research Stipend
• Research support from WRC staff
• Peer learning and cohort support
• Opportunities to present findings at convenings and publish through WRC platforms

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees