Protecting Democracy. Defending Secularism.
Our MISSION
The Freethought Fellowship Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charity founded to invest in the next generation of freethought leaders who are committed to protecting the secular character of our government.
our vision
We believe the constitutional separation of church and state secures freedom of religion, thought, and conscience. We celebrate the increasingly diverse spectrum of belief in America, and stand against our nation’s dangerous turn towards religious nationalism and authoritarianism.
Extreme, dogmatic, and anti-science policies are setting us back and eroding hard-won gains in civil rights, scientific advancement and educational opportunities for Americans. The rise of Christian nationalists to power is an existential threat to our democracy.
We envision a future in which our nation's laws and policies are rooted in reason and science. Where our government's religious diversity is representative of our nation. Where science and expertise is revered, not denigrated.
We envision a future where strong church-state guardrails ensure that no religion, no sect, no dogma, supersedes the universal constitutional rights afforded to Americans of all faiths, and of the rapidly increasing number of nonreligious Americans.
We are investing in our nation's future public servants and professionals, equipping them to resist religious nationalism and authoritarianism, and empowering them to advance policies that protect America’s secular democracy.
About the Fellowship
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Our Fellowship program equips professionals with the skills, network, and experience necessary to advance their public policy career.
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Fellows are provided with networking and mentorship opportunities with a broad spectrum of subject matter experts and seasoned public policy practitioners. We also provide trainings and workshops to foster Fellows’ professional development.
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The Foundation provides Fellows with a full-time salary for 12 months. Fellowship are based in Washington, D.C.
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Fellows will participate in regular meetings throughout the year. Experiences may differ widely depending on the placement of congressional office, which will directly supervise Fellows’ work.
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Participants must reside in or relocate to the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area and are responsible for their own travel, housing, and other living expenses.
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The Fellowship will conclude with an event in Washington, D.C. in which Fellows will prepare a presentation for the Foundation’s network, partners, and supporters about their work and experiences.
Apply today
We are recruiting on a rolling basis for our two flagship Freethought Fellowship opportunities.
Candidates must have 2—3 years of relevant public policy experience and share a commitment to the Foundation's mission to protect the secular character of our government.
The Freethought Fellowship Foundation considers candidates fairly and equally, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, gender identity or sexual orientation.