The Mickey Leland International Hunger Fellows Program, administered by the Congressional Hunger Center (CHC), is a two-year opportunity to promote global food and nutrition security through learning and hands-on work. Leland Fellows gain experience and professional skills working with host organizations in development or humanitarian placements around the world. 

Fellows work in two different placements within their host organization, focusing on a variety of food security issues. In addition to their work experiences, each class of Leland Fellows also forms a learning cohort and participates in a leadership development curriculum.

Applicants should have a strong commitment to fighting hunger and the potential to become leaders in the field. Most applicants have graduate degrees, though a bachelor’s degree with 1-2 years of work or volunteer experience is also adequate.