Yale World Fellows

05/08/2026

The Yale International Leadership Center is proud to announce the 2026 cohort of Yale World Fellows.

These 16 individuals are leaders working in politics and public policy, global health, technology, environment, journalism, and the arts. They include a Ukrainian journalist, a Chinese environmentalist, and a Kenyan orchestral conductor.

“The world does not lack for problems or pessimists. What it needs are skilled, courageous practitioners willing to create new possibilities. The 2026 World Fellows are exactly that,” says Emma Sky, Director of the Yale International Leadership Center.

Meet the 2026 cohort: https://worldfellows.yale.edu/class/class-of-2026/

03/26/2025

We are delighted to introduce the 2025 Yale World Fellows! 🌏 (link in bio)

“In this era of global upheaval and uncertainty — which drives many to cynicism and apathy— the 2025 World Fellows are daring to envision and build an optimistic future.” - Emma Sky, Director, Yale International Leadership Center

12/11/2024

Yesterday we said goodbye to the incredible 2024 World Fellows, as we celebrated their achievements, friendships, and the impact they’ve made during their time at Yale. Though their fellowship has come to an end, their journey as leaders and changemakers continues. Thank you for inspiring us all!

12/06/2024

🎥 COMING UP next week! Join us and the Film and Media Studies Program for the premiere of the art-documentary film Voices of the New Belarus, directed by Andrei Kureichik.

Time: Thursday, December 12, 2024, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Humanities Quadrangle, 320 York Street, Room L01

10/29/2024

10/15/2024

The 2025 Yale World Fellows application is now open!

Are you ready to drive positive change and address critical challenges worldwide? Apply now for the chance to join a fully-funded, four-month leadership development program at Yale with other changemakers from all sectors and disciplines.

Refine your vision, grow your leadership skills, and build a global network of peers!

Apply before December 4, 2024 at http://worldfellows.yale.edu.

09/18/2024

It was an incredible honor for the 2024 World Fellows to meet with Yale President Maurie McInnis. Her leadership and vision inspire us all!

08/01/2024

We are thrilled to announce Xu Heqian’s selection as a 2024 World Fellow! Heqian is a Senior Editor for International News and a member of the Editorial Board of Caixin Media, specializing in analyzing and reporting geopolitical dynamics, China’s foreign policy, and cross-straits affairs. Learn more about his work: https://worldfellows.yale.edu/person/xu-heqian/. We look forward to welcoming Heqian and his fellow World Fellows when they arrive at Yale later this month.

03/27/2024

We are thrilled to introduce the 2024 Yale World Fellows 🌎

"The 2024 World Fellows have the know-how, experience, and passion to address the most urgent challenges of our time." - Emma Sky, Director, Yale International Leadership Center

https://worldfellows.yale.edu/class/class-of-2024/

02/21/2024

"Continue to speak up and speak out against injustice everywhere. That's the right way to honor Alexei, as we all go forward in our own areas of the world.”

Late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny is said to have enjoyed his college experience at Yale over a decade ago. One Yale classmate remembers his friend.