Overview
Dalai Lama Fellows is selecting 15–20 social-change leaders worldwide for its 2027 fellowship.
About the Fellowship
The formal year runs from April 2027 to March 2028, combining contemplative leadership learning with participants’ community projects.
Benefits
Fellows receive coaching, group learning and access to a global community. The programme does not fund projects.
Eligibility
Applicants must be 20–36 on 1 April 2027, communicate fluently in English and demonstrate meaningful community engagement. An ongoing social-change project is preferred; a well-developed launch plan can also qualify. Allow approximately 12 hours monthly for fellowship activities, excluding project work.
Application Process
Review the official requirements and apply through the linked portal. Attendance at the May 2027 virtual assembly is required.
Required Documents
Complete background information, short essays, a video, CV and recommendation letter.
Deadline
11 November 2026, 22:00 UTC—12 November at 00:00 in Harare. All accompanying materials share this deadline.
Summary Table
| Eligibility | Worldwide, ages 20–36 |
|---|---|
| Focus | Leadership and social change |
| Project funding | Not provided |
Frequently Asked Questions
Must applicants be Buddhist?
No. The programme is non-sectarian.
Conclusion
Explain your relationship with the community and the leadership habits you want to develop. Avoid presenting the fellowship as a source of project finance.
Keywords: Dalai Lama Fellows 2027, leadership fellowship, social change.
