Human Progression Fellowship
A paid 5-week fellowship exploring what helps people move forward in life.
The Human Progression Fellowship invites selected participants to share their experiences, reflect on their journey, build communication skills, and contribute to a community-based research initiative focused on human growth, opportunity, and progression.
What Is the Fellowship?
The Human Progression Fellowship is a paid learning and reflection experience designed for individuals who are pursuing growth, stability, employment, education, personal development, or a new direction in life.
Participants will take part in guided conversations centered on five themes: Movement, Stuckness, Opportunity, Support, and Momentum.
This is not a job application, clinical assessment, or evaluation. It is an opportunity to share your perspective, learn from others, and help shape future programs designed to support human progression.
Who Should Apply?
This fellowship may be a good fit for individuals who:
Are working toward personal, educational, or professional goals
Have experienced progress, setbacks, or major life transitions
Are willing to share their perspective in a respectful group setting
Want to build communication, reflection, and storytelling skills
Are interested in future mentorship, development, or leadership opportunities
What Fellows Will Do
Each week explores a different theme through guided discussion, reflection, and storytelling.
Movement
What causes people to move forward?
Stuckness
What prevents people from moving forward?
Opportunity
What opportunities create meaningful change?
Support
Who helps people progress and how?
Momentum
What helps people keep going over time?
What Fellows Receive
Fellowship Commitment
The fellowship lasts 5 weeks. Selected fellows are expected to participate in weekly sessions, contribute respectfully to group discussions, and complete required reflections or recorded responses.
Schedule
To Be Announced
Format
In Person
Stipend
To Be Announced
Cohort Size
Limited
Application Process
Complete the recorded application
Begin your application through our recorded interview platform.
Share your perspective
Answer short video response questions about your experiences and goals.
Applications are reviewed
Our team reviews each application thoughtfully and holistically.
Receive your invitation
Selected applicants are invited to join the 5-week fellowship cohort.
Transition into the UEP
After completing the fellowship cohort, participants are transitioned into the Urban Empowerment Program for continued mentorship, development, and community engagement.
Important Note
This fellowship is part of The Urban Pinnacle's Human Progression Study. Your responses will help us better understand what supports growth, opportunity, and long-term progress. There are no right or wrong answers. We are looking for honest reflection, not perfect responses.