The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) aims to improve health and healthcare for all in the United States. Its mission encompasses enhancing the health and well-being of individuals and communities, with a notable emphasis on addressing health equity and fostering environments where everyone has a fair and just opportunity to achieve the best possible health outcomes.
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Policy Fellows program is an educational initiative aimed at providing an in-depth learning experience at the nexus of health, science, and policy in Washington, D.C. It targets exceptional midcareer health professionals and behavioral/social scientists with an interest in health and healthcare policy, offering them an unparalleled opportunity to engage directly in the policy process at the federal level. The fellowship emphasizes the enhancement of health equity, healthcare, and health policy, requiring a full-year commitment that includes a residence in Washington, D.C. The program starts with a thorough orientation organized by the National Academy of Medicine (NAM), equipping fellows for federal legislative and executive roles. Fellows are responsible for securing their placement in a federal office, where they will actively contribute to policy-making processes. The program supports fellows with awards of up to $165,000 each in 2023, including a stipend of up to $104,000 for the first 12 months, and covers relocation expenses within certain limits. This fellowship aims to prepare leaders who can influence the future of health and healthcare in the nation, supplemented by seminars, discussions, and leadership development activities.