Attention all scholars and researchers! An exciting opportunity awaits at the Institute for the Cooperative Digital Economy (ICDE). The future of digital economy governance is up for grabs, and ICDE wants you to be a part of shaping it!
ICDE, based at The New School in NYC, is calling for applications for its Fellowship Program, focusing on the intersection of digital platforms, AI, and cooperative organizations. This global, non-residential program aims to explore alternative models of governance, with a strong focus on real-world practices and their impact.
But here's where it gets controversial... ICDE believes that the digital economy should be democratic, cooperative, and centered around workers. They're challenging the traditional power dynamics and inviting you to join this movement.
The fellowship program offers a unique opportunity to delve into empirical, comparative, and interdisciplinary research. You'll be exploring how digital infrastructures influence cooperative economies, labor relations, and governance structures worldwide. ICDE encourages an open-minded approach, drawing from various disciplines to understand these complex issues.
And this is the part most people miss... The fellowship emphasizes public-facing scholarship. Fellows are expected to translate their research into accessible formats, benefiting cooperatives, unions, policymakers, and practitioners. It's about making a real-world impact and driving change.
The program provides mentorship, global research networks, and travel support. Fellows will present their work at the prestigious Platform Cooperativism Consortium (PCC) Conference in Bangkok, Thailand, in 2026. This conference brings together diverse stakeholders, including scholars, workers, and policymakers, to discuss platform labor, AI governance, and cooperative digital futures.
Research focus areas include law and regulation, political economy, empirical studies, data governance, and movement-building. ICDE is particularly interested in worker-led AI systems, platform cooperative governance, and measuring the impact of cooperative initiatives.
Fellows are expected to produce substantial research, actively engage with the cohort, and contribute to public-facing outputs. ICDE values collaboration and shared learning, encouraging fellows to extend their impact beyond academia.
Applications are open to Ph.D. candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and early-career faculty. Collaborative applications are also welcomed. Applicants should demonstrate a clear research question, engagement with cooperatives or unions, and a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration.
So, are you ready to join this revolutionary movement? Apply now for the ICDE Fellowship Program and be a part of shaping the future of the digital economy. Visit the official website for more details and application requirements. Don't miss this chance to make a difference!
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