Submit Your Entry Now For The Atlantic Fellows For Equity in Brain Health Program

Join a diverse community of more than 260 Atlantic Fellows from over 60 countries worldwide who are committed to safeguarding the world’s aging populations against threats to brain health. The Atlantic Fellows for Equity in Brain Health program, part of the Global Brain Health Institute (GBHI), offers cutting-edge training, networking opportunities, and support to up-and-coming leaders dedicated to enhancing brain health and mitigating the effects of dementia in their local communities and beyond. This initiative is one of seven global Atlantic Fellows programs aimed at fostering fairer, healthier, and more inclusive societies.

The program is designed for professionals from a broad array of fields, such as the arts, sciences, economics, policy, medicine, journalism, community-based practice, and more. Regardless of their background, we seek individuals engaged in the realm of brain health and dementia who possess innovative ideas, passion, and leadership potential.

Fellowship Program Highlights Atlantic Fellows For Equity in Brain Health Program

1. Participate in a 12-month, full-time, paid residential fellowship at either GBHI at Trinity College Dublin (Trinity) in Ireland or University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) in the United States.
2. Study a comprehensive curriculum covering neurology, health economics, epidemiology, law and ethics, leadership, health policy, creativity, and research analysis methods.
3. Network with top-tier researchers, clinicians, and policymakers for long-term professional collaborations.
4. Benefit from personalized mentoring on projects focused on advancing brain health.
5. Observe and engage in clinical cases to gain valuable practical experience.
6. Compete for funding opportunities for pilot projects.
7. Experience a unified program structure enhanced by the distinct features and expertise of both locations.
8. Develop leadership skills through customized training programs and hands-on skill-building activities.
9. Earn academic recognition with the esteemed Certificate in Equity in Brain Health granted by UCSF or Trinity.
10. Interact with a global community of seven Atlantic Fellows programs dedicated to fostering fairer, healthier, and more inclusive societies.

Fellowship Benefits of the The Atlantic Fellows For Equity in Brain Health Program

1. Curriculum: The fellowship curriculum offers interdisciplinary sessions on brain health, dementia, and health equity, providing fellows with valuable insights into the experiences of people with dementia. They also gain skills in securing funding, public speaking, and leadership to become influential figures in brain health worldwide. Learn more about our approach to learning.

2. Career Advancement and Funding
Fellows will receive career mentorship from GBHI faculty and local community members, helping them achieve their goals and apply for pilot awards of up to $25,000 for ambitious projects in their home community.

3. Lifelong Engagement
Becoming an Atlantic Fellow for Equity in Brain Health at GBHI means joining a lifelong community that extends and amplifies the impact of the fellowship. The program encourages collaborations across sectors, with each fellow contributing to the cohort through sharing their experience and expertise.

4. Fellowship Sites
Atlantic Fellows at GBHI participate in a 12-month, full-time, residential program at either UCSF or Trinity. The partnership between these two sites is based on shared values and vision, guiding each organization and unifying their goals and methods.

Criteria for Selection: The Atlantic Fellows For Equity in Brain Health Program

An average Atlantic Fellow collaborates across various fields, breaks down conventional barriers, and is dedicated to addressing issues related to inequities in brain health and dementia worldwide.

1. Expectations from Candidates
   Willingness and availability to complete a 12-month full-time residency program in San Francisco, USA, or Dublin, Ireland.
2. Long-term commitment to the program’s values, mission, and goals, including the possibility of initiating a pilot project after the fellowship year.
3. The capability to bring innovative and relevant projects to fruition.
4. Ideas that have the potential to transform the global brain health landscape in vulnerable communities.
5. Proficiency in English.
6. Successful completion of a terminal degree in a field-specific area and relevant training as required.
7. Ability to travel internationally as needed.
8. Regional Support
9. Atlantic Fellows for Equity in Brain Health are recruited from around the world and are expected to have a significant impact in their home communities upon completion of the fellowship training year.
10. To ensure success, Atlantic Fellows must have regional support and mentorship in the communities where they aim to make an impact. Applicants will be required to outline in their applications who their regional mentors will be and how they will assist them in being transformative in their home country. We understand that mentorship can have different meanings for different individuals and in different places, so please refer to the mentorship section for more information.

Education and Training: The Atlantic Fellows For Equity in Brain Health Program

Individuals from various fields and backgrounds are welcome to apply. They should possess a solid base of experience and skills and be prepared to further meaningful and impactful work. Applicants must have completed the highest level of education and training in their specific area of expertise. This includes, but is not limited to, competitive candidates who fall under the following categories:

1. Artists or other creative professionals: A portfolio, a passion for enhancing the lives of individuals affected by dementia and their caregivers, and a platform to showcase their work.
2. Physicians: Obtained an MD, completed residency and other specialized fellowships, and have a keen interest in enhancing clinical practice.
3. Researchers: Earned a PhD and completed postdoctoral training, with a focus on generating and disseminating knowledge to progress the field of brain health and dementia prevention.
4. Innovators, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and other professionals: Demonstrated significant expertise in their respective fields and a proven track record of accomplishments.

Application Process: The Atlantic Fellows For Equity in Brain Health Program

Applications are competitively reviewed and select applicants will be invited to interview. Interviews are by invitation only. All applicants are notified of their interview status by email.

Key Dates

Note that all times are based on Dublin, Ireland local time (IST, GMT + 1).

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• Deadline: September 20, 2024 at 5pm
• Interview Notifications: November 2024
• Status Notifications: January 2025
• Program Start: Late August 2025

Application Components: The Atlantic Fellows For Equity in Brain Health Program

1. Online application
2. CV or resume
3. Statements of Purpose: Candidates must provide well-thought-out and concise responses regarding their interest in the program and future aspirations.
4. Two letters of recommendation:
   These letters should showcase the applicant’s commitment to success within their region. We are seeking individuals who exhibit potential for leadership and possess a strong support system outside of the Global Brain Health Institute. Specifically, GBHI is looking for candidates with solid support networks dedicated to the applicant’s future career and goals upon their return to the Atlantic Fellow’s local community. These networks may consist of current and former partners, institutions, organizations, employers, and associations.
5. Therefore, at least one reference letter should come from a current employer, institution, organization, or group that the applicant has previously collaborated with. This letter should highlight support for the application and specifically address the applicant’s leadership capabilities. Furthermore, these letters should demonstrate a lasting commitment to backing the applicant and their endeavors post-completion of the Atlantic Fellows for Equity in Brain Health program.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The Atlantic Fellows For Equity in Brain Health Program

1. Candidates are encouraged to reach out to their letter writers early on. It is the responsibility of the applicants to directly contact their chosen letter writers and ensure that they:
   – Are willing to write a letter and can submit it online by the specified deadline.
   – Provide the correct email address required for the application form.
   – Understand the Guidelines for Writers of the Letters of Support.
   Once applicants submit their application, letter writers will receive an automated email containing a link to submit their letter.
2. All necessary materials must be submitted for an application to be considered complete. Each part of the application will be carefully reviewed and considered. The program is taught in English, so applications must also be in English. Once interviews are finished, successful candidates will need to provide official transcripts for additional assessment. Specific instructions will be given at that point in the application process.