New America Fellows
The New America Fellows Program supports thinkers, creators, and storytellers whose work shapes public conversation on the defining issues of our time. Each year, we select a diverse group of writers, journalists, filmmakers, and innovators who pursue ambitious investigative projects that bridge storytelling with research and lived experience.
Through unrestricted funding, a supportive community, and increased visibility, New America Fellows bring big, bold ideas to life—through books, films, longform articles, podcasts, and other creative nonfiction narrative forms.
Marcella Bombardieri on the Cost of Underfunding Community Colleges
New America Fellow Marcella Bombardieri spoke about her forthcoming book, College Material.
2025 Year in Review
2025 year in review highlights from the Fellows Program.
2025 Book Gift Guide: New America Fellows Literary Picks
Need the perfect holiday gift for the avid reader in your life? Try these new releases from New America’s Fellows Program.
Mark Chiusano on the World of App-based Work
New America Fellow Mark Chiusano spoke about his forthcoming book, Gigging Alone.
Gabriella García-Pardo on Creating a Visual Language
New America Fellow Gabriella García-Pardo spoke about her forthcoming film, FENCED.
The Power of the Dead: A Conversation with Will Hunt
As Halloween fades into Día de los Muertos, Will Hunt reflects on how the dead shape our world through rituals, memory, & ancestral remains.
Dan Xin Huang on Education and Class in America
New America Fellow Dan Xin Huang spoke about his forthcoming book, Rutter.
New America Announces Fellows’ Class of 2026
Out of nearly 400 applications this year, 10 individuals were selected for New America’s Class of 2026 Fellows.
The September Transition
Welcoming the Class of 2026 and highlights from the Class of 2025.
