Fellowships

Summer Advocacy Fellowship

June 17 to August 19, 2024

AIDPH is excited to launch the 2024 Summer Advocacy Fellowship (SAF), a 10-week program designed to equip participants with the essential tools and strategies needed to excel in oral health advocacy and community outreach. Aimed at advanced education students, new graduates, and dental public health residents passionate about health justice, this paid fellowship offers a unique blend of seminars, mentorship, and hands-on projects to enhance your advocacy skills and impact on community health. Submit your application today and be part of our fellowship running from June 17 through August 19.

Why Apply?

Weekly Seminars
Engage in topical seminars on health justice and advocacy research every other week. On alternate weeks, partake in working sessions focused on designing materials for advocacy and community-engaged initiatives.

Practical Advocacy Projects
Engage in impactful advocacy efforts with a focus on oral health equity for veterans and people with disabilities.

Mentorship and Community
Enhance your career with flash mentoring sessions from experts in dental public health and build lasting connections with a network of peers.

Paid Fellowship
Receive a $1,000 stipend in recognition of your contribution to advancing oral health advocacy.

AIDPH Academy Fellowship
Become a Fellow of the AIDPH Academy and enjoy exclusive ongoing professional development and networking opportunities.

SAF is more than a fellowship; it’s an opportunity to drive change and deepen your advocacy skills. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your career, impact policy and practice, and join a community united in advancing health justice!

Who Should Apply?

SAF is perfect for individuals with a background in advocacy, a commitment to dental public health, and a desire to enhance access and equity in oral healthcare. We especially welcome applications from traditionally underrepresented and historically excluded communities.

Program Details

  • Stipend: Receive a total of $1,000, distributed in two installments—one at the start and another at the end of the fellowship.
  • Format: Fully virtual, allowing for flexible and accessible learning.
  • Key Dates: Applications close on May 13, 2024. The program runs from June 17 to August 19, 2024.

Join the Fellowship!

Ready to make a difference? Apply by May 13, 2024, for an opportunity to master advocacy strategies, contribute to projects with direct community impact, and join a vibrant cohort of oral health leaders.