Richard John Neuhaus Fellowship on American Flourishing

Richard John Neuhaus Fellowship on American Flourishing

Funder: The Public Interest Fellowship in partnership with the Ethics and Public Policy Center (EPPC)

Program Type: Graduate-level fellowship program

Location: Washington, D.C. (in-person participation required)

Overview: The Richard John Neuhaus Fellowship on American Flourishing explores the Judeo-Christian tradition and its role in shaping public policy and the mediating institutions of civil society. The program examines Fr. Neuhaus's enduring legacy, its connection to current debates over cultural and social issues, and bridges principle and practice by considering policies that contribute to the nation's social, cultural, and economic flourishing.

Program Duration: September through June (9-month program)

Program Components:

12 Tuesday evening seminars

Weekend retreat

Reception with program alumni

Focus Areas:

Constitutional governance

Education policy

Family policy

Economics

Technology

Bioethics

And other areas in public life

Faculty: Taught by leading academics, policymakers, and journalists

Ideal Candidates:

First-rate, highly committed and driven young and mid-career professionals

2–8 years of professional experience required

Must have full-time employment

Must be able to attend in-person programming in Washington, D.C.

Working in government, journalism, think tanks, or other policy-relevant institutions

Professional interest in the economic prosperity and cultural life of the United States

Application Status: Currently closed as of 2026-04-03

Contact: Available through publicinterestfellowship.org/contact