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.
Monica Potts on Inequality in Rural America
New America Fellow Monica Potts spoke about her book, The Forgotten Girls.
Latine Voting Power: Identity and Political Engagement
New America National Fellow Jennifer Medina dispels the myths about Latino voters.
Facing Down the Long-Term Consequences of Incarceration
Reuben Jonathan Miller discusses the long-term consequences of incarceration & re-entry systems on the lives of individuals & families.
Asian Americans’ Place in the History of Racial Justice
Ellen Wu talks about the place of Asian Americans in the U.S. racial divide, and the urgency to dismantle anti-Black racism.
Introducing the Class of 2023: Bringing Data to Life with Mona Chalabi
One of New America’s National Fellows explains how her illustrations use statistics to prompt feelings and “rehumanize” the data.
New America Announces National Class of Fellows 2023
The September Transition
New America and The Intercept Announce “No Way Home” Podcast
A four-part podcast produced by The Intercept and New America, “No Way Home” tells the stories of four Afghans in exile.
Thank Black Women for Human Rights in America
America’s long and tumultuous history with human rights was paved and shaped by those often left out of history—especially Black women.
