TED Fellows Program

The TED Fellows program provides transformational support to an international community of 400 visionaries who collaborate across disciplines to create positive change around the world. More about the TED Fellows program

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TEDGlobal 2017 Fellowship application now open

TED is looking for extraordinary thinkers from around the world to join the Fellows program at the upcoming TEDGlobal 2017 conference in Arusha, Tanzania. Do you think you have what it takes? Apply by November 13.

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Fellows in the Field: Blinky Bill

Meet Kenyan musician, DJ and TED Fellow “Blinky” Bill Sellanga in the latest installment of the Fellows in the Field video series.

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How can the TED Fellows program change your life?

TED Fellows reflect on the impact the program has had on their lives, and give some advice on who should apply.

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The TED Fellows program is made possible by our supporters – extraordinary individuals and families who are passionate about the worldchanging work the TED Fellows do every day.

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Explore the TED Fellows blog

Read about the latest groundbreaking Fellows' projects on our Medium channel – featuring in depth interviews, fresh op-eds, stunning galleries and more.

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Measuring the impact of the TED Fellows

Since 2009, the TED Fellows program has grown into a global network of 400 innovators representing 89 countries, working across a vast spectrum of disciplines, from the arts to science to medicine to entrepreneurship and beyond.

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Apply to be a TED Fellow

We are looking for the next generation of innovators who have demonstrated remarkable accomplishment and potential to positively affect the world. Learn how you can join this group of extraordinary thinkers and doers.