Application Deadline: May 17th 2015 11:59 PM IST
When: October 14th–19th, 2015
Where: Mumbai, India
The INK Fellows Program is a young, global and cross-disciplinary community of path-breakers who we believe will be the shapers of tomorrow. Every year, INK identifies the minds that are redefining their field of work, and the world around them. The Program aims to provide them the support necessary to leverage their impact.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Candidates must be between the ages of 18 and 40
- INK prefers Fellows to be based in young economies, but great candidates from any location will be considered seriously and competitively
- Candidates must be present for the entire duration of the INK2015 Conference, and arrive in Mumbai two days earlier. Fellows will be in Mumbai from October 14th–19th, 2015
- Candidates should be changemakers specializing in any field, for example (but not limited to) technology, entrepreneurship, health/medicine, architecture and design, science, art/culture/literature, energy and environment, research and academics, education, sports, film/music, and social impact. Please see the list of previous Fellows here to get an idea of the diversity of the program
- A candidate’s actions must speak louder than their words. Humility is important, and self-promoters will not be accepted
Responsibilities of the INK Fellow:
- Full attendance and participation at the annual INK Conference and Fellows Pre-Conference
- Continued engagement with the INK Fellows Community
- Above all, to continue doing what they love most
Benefits:
At the INK Conference:
- A scholarship to attend the INK Conference during the Fellowship year
- The opportunity to network with speakers and attendees
- The potential to speak on the INK stage
- The potential to have their talk posted on www.inktalks.com and reach thousands of viewers
- Participation in the Fellows Pre-Conference, including in-depth coaching in effective public communication
Beyond the INK Conference:
- Exclusive INK Fellows retreats and other specialised programs that are refreshed every year
- Opportunities for customised assistance and additional speaking opportunities at INK Salons and other events
- INK social media exposure on an on-going basis
Selection Process:
The selection process consists of 4 stages, as follows:
- Stage 1: Online application Deadline: May 17th, 2015
- Stage 2: Request for additional information* May 17th, 2015 onward
*Short-listed applicants may be asked to supply additional details about their work (such as functioning of designed devices or portfolios) - Stage 3: Phone interview May 17th, 2015 onward
- Stage 4: Disclosure August
Selected applicants will be asked to confirm their participation in the Fellows Program and attendance at INK2015
Important Dates:
May 17th, 2015: Application period closes at 11:59 PM IST
October 14th–19th, 2015: INK2015 Fellows Pre-Conference and Conference
Apply Now to become a INK Fellow
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the INK Fellowship Programme for Changemakers
