The Karsh Institute of Democracy at the University of Virginia engages practitioners, scholars, and students from a wide range of disciplines and sectors to deepen understanding of and strengthen support for democratic institutions and principles.
Practitioner Fellows
Each year, the Karsh Institute collaborates with active professionals from various sectors and backgrounds who are working to advance good governance and meaningful engagement in civic life.
Practitioner Fellows
Meet the Karsh Institute's current class of practitioner fellows.
Research Fellows
The Karsh Institute collaborates with scholars at various stages of their career to examine and research democracy’s greatest challenges—and the solutions to address them.
Research Fellows
Meet the research fellows at the Karsh Institute.
Student Fellows
Launched in Fall 2024, the Karsh Institute's Civic Cornerstone Fellowship brings together undergraduate and graduate students from across backgrounds, disciplines, and perspectives for a sustained series of conversations grounded in dialogue, reflection, and shared inquiry.
Civic Cornerstone Fellowship
In a time of increasing political polarization, engaging constructively with those holding opposing views can be difficult. The Civic Cornerstone Fellowship was created to meet this challenge.