The John Robert Lewis Scholars & Fellows Program

The John Robert Lewis Scholars & Fellows Program is designed for undergraduate (Scholars) and graduate students (Fellows) to examine Lewis's nonviolent philosophy from a historical perspective; define its principles and strategies; and identify their applicability to modern times and movements, current issues, and everyday life. The JRL Scholars & Fellows will become a nationwide network of emerging leaders who will be inspired to create positive societal change from the revolutionary nonviolent perspective that was employed with success in the Civil Rights Movement. The program provides a $2,000 stipend and requires participation in all trips, fulfillment of educational requirements, and completion of an oral history project. This fellowship focuses on leadership development and is aimed at students and early career professionals in public service, nonprofits, law, health, or education.