APF Sehat Kahani Fellowship
Our 2026 Call for APF SEHAT KAHANI FOLLOWSHIP is nOW OPEN
Application Deadline: April 10, 11:59 EST
This fellowship is only open to Pakistani Americans residing in the United States.
Rahim Hirani, APF Sehat Kahani 2024 Fellow
“My APF + Sehat Kahani fellowship has been a transformative experience. It deepened my understanding of healthcare disparities and equipped me with the tools to address them. The opportunity to work on my project with Afghan refugees, combined with Sehat Kahani’s innovative telemedicine model, showed me the impact of accessible healthcare on vulnerable communities.”
APF Sehat Kahani Fellowship
The American Pakistan Foundation (APF) is pleased to offer the APF Sehat Kahani Fellowship in partnership with Sehat Kahani, one of Pakistan’s leading digital health and telemedicine platforms.
This virtual/hybrid fellowship is designed for U.S.-based students and young professionals with strong interests in public health, health systems, research, and Pakistan-focused development. Fellows will gain hands-on exposure to healthcare delivery in low-resource settings while contributing to research and strategic initiatives at the intersection of technology and public health.
*The Sehat Kahani offices are located in Karachi, Pakistan. Fellows will have the opportunity to complete the fellowship in a hybrid/completely remote format.
About the Fellowship
The APF–Sehat Kahani Fellowship is an 8-week, virtual program that places fellows within Sehat Kahani’s Research and Marketing domains. Fellows have the option to visit the Sehat Kahani office in Karachi if they choose to. Fellows work closely with Sehat Kahani teams on applied projects while receiving structured mentorship, skills training, and exposure to Pakistan’s evolving health and digital ecosystems.
About the Host Organization: Sehat Kahani
Sehat Kahani is one of Pakistan’s leading telemedicine platforms, connecting patients to licensed general physicians and specialists through a network of physical clinics in underserved communities and a widely used mobile application. With 49 clinics across Pakistan and more than 1.9 million patients served, Sehat Kahani has impacted over 7.5 million lives nationwide.
The organization plays a critical role in expanding access to affordable healthcare, strengthening health systems, and advancing digital health innovation across Pakistan.
What the Fellowship Offers
Hands-on experience with a leading telemedicine and digital health organization
Applied research opportunities related to public health, healthcare access, and health systems
Exposure to health innovation, telemedicine delivery, and data-driven decision-making
Structured mentorship, including assigned team mentors and expert-led speaker sessions
Skills development in research methodologies, data analysis, and health-focused communications
Opportunity to present findings and contribute to public-facing outputs
Who Should Apply
This fellowship is best suited for candidates who:
Are rising juniors, seniors, or graduate students
Have a strong academic or professional background in public health, medicine, global health, health policy, or health-related social sciences
Demonstrate prior research experience, including academic research, data analysis, literature reviews, or applied health research
Have an interest in Pakistan, South Asia, and digital health innovation
Possess strong analytical, writing, and communication skills
Are comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, virtual environment
Eligibility Requirements
U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident
Currently residing in the United States
A junior, senior, graduate student or young professional
Fellowship Details
Duration: 8 weeks (remote/hybrid optional)
Tentative Start: First week of June
Format: Full-time, virtual
Stipend: $500 upon successful completion and submission of deliverables
Application Deadline: April 10
APF and Sehat Kahani will jointly review applications and interview shortlisted candidates. Final selections will be made collaboratively.
Fellowship Outcomes
For Fellows: Applied public health and research experience, professional mentorship, and exposure to Pakistan’s digital health landscape
For APF: A growing network of health- and research-focused fellows committed to U.S.–Pakistan engagement
For Sehat Kahani: Research and strategic support from talented fellows bringing global academic perspectives
Our Partner
Sehat Kahani democratizes healthcare through an all female health provider tele-health network delivering quality healthcare solutions in Pakistan.