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Ashoka University’s CSIP invites application for new Research Fellowship

Starting February 2023, the nine-month long Fellowship will on-board 10 research fellows

New Delhi : The Centre for Social Impact and Philanthropy (CSIP) at Ashoka University recently launched a call for application for Research Fellowship aimed at building philanthropy in India, strengthening research capacity, and creating high quality, rigorous outputs.

With all the primary research being done via computer, tablet or phone, this Research Fellowship will be conducted digitally. Some of the areas that the fellowship will focus on include different kinds of philanthropy in India, philanthropy fund movements, individual giving, impact of COVID-19 on the philanthropy ecosystem in India, diversification of philanthropy out of traditional sectors etc.

This nine month long Fellowship is open to individuals who are full-time based in India and possess several years of relevant professional research experience. The Fellowship will commence in February 2023. Ten fellows will be selected and shall be expected to undertake primary research, attend monthly calls, and participate in three online workshops to develop their skills in background research, literature review, data collection methods, analysis and writing.

Speaking at the launch of the Fellowship, Swati Shresth, Research Director CSIP said, “ We are excited to announce that applications are invited for the third cohort of CSIP’s Research Fellowship. The Fellowship will provide not just funding support to the researchers in this space to establish a mark for themselves but also provide mentorship and capacity building opportunity. The research areas of this Fellowship will help the researcher get a deep understanding of the sector and build robust solutions for greater social impact.

For a candidate to be eligible, he or she should demonstrate an interest and relevant background in philanthropy, have the capacity to undertake rigorous research during the fellowship period, and be able to produce a working paper of publishable quality (with help from workshops and support).

Fellows will be selected based on the strength of their research proposal, previous research experience, ability to commit to the fellowship, and ability to produce the desired output. Women, LGBTQIA+, Dalit, Adivasi, people with disabilities and members of other minority and marginalised groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

Remuneration of INR 9, 00,000 will be provided to the Fellows at the closure of the Fellowship, which includes stipend and research expenses. The last date to submit the application is 6th November, 2022.