The Health and Aging Policy Fellows Program is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and welcoming environment for all fellows, staff, colleagues, and partners. Click here to see our program’s full Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion statement.
If you are interested in learning about and applying for The Health and Aging Policy Fellows Program, the National Program Office (NPO) Team suggests that you participate in one of our scheduled information sessions (via Zoom). View the November 2024-March 2025 information session schedule and register here: HAPF Information Sessions for the 2025-2026 Class.
Developing a diverse cadre of leaders focused on changing policy to improve the lives of older Americans
The Health and Aging Policy Fellows Program provides a unique opportunity for professionals in health and aging to gain the experience and skills necessary to make a positive contribution to the development and implementation of health policies that affect older Americans.
Program OverviewThe Health and Aging Policy Fellowship
The Health and Aging Policy Fellows Program awards up to 15 fellowships annually for individuals to advance their careers in gerontology. Residential and non-residential tracks are available for individual placement.
Meet the 2024-2025 Health and Aging Policy Fellows
We are thrilled to welcome a new class of fellows to the Health and Aging Policy Fellows Program. This year’s fellows once again represent outstanding scholars and practitioners from across a range of disciplines who promise to continue the tradition of excellence in shaping policies for older Americans.
Health and Aging Policy Fellowship Overview (2 minutes)
Bringing together people who want to change the world.
Fellows are provided with the skills, content, and hands-on experience to be able to offer policy solutions to the health challenges of an increasingly aging population and the barriers to the healthcare system that serves them.
Program Overview
The Health and Aging Policy Fellowship program is generously supported by:
