New America Fellows
The New America Fellows Program supports thinkers, creators, and storytellers whose work shapes public conversation on the defining issues of our time. Each year, we select a diverse group of writers, journalists, filmmakers, and innovators who pursue ambitious investigative projects that bridge storytelling with research and lived experience.
Through unrestricted funding, a supportive community, and increased visibility, New America Fellows bring big, bold ideas to life—through books, films, longform articles, podcasts, and other creative nonfiction narrative forms.
Xinyan Yu on Chinese Investment in Africa
New America Fellow Xinyan Yu spoke about her film, Made in Ethiopia.
Vann R. Newkirk II on Katrina’s America
New America (ASU Future Security) Senior Fellow Vann R. Newkirk II reflects on Hurricane Katrina.
Reflecting on Hurricane Katrina
Seth Harp on Military Secrecy and Reform
New America (ASU Future Security) Fellow Seth Harp spoke about his forthcoming book, The Fort Bragg Cartel.
A Soaring History of Mother Emanuel, the Church That Endured a Massacre
Telling Resilient Indigenous Stories: Director Paige Bethmann on “Remaining Native”
Director Paige Bethmann shares how “Remaining Native” was made and what the story means to her and those featured in the film.
Cecilia Ballí on High School Mariachi Bands
New America (ASU Media Enterprise) Fellow Cecilia Ballí spoke about her forthcoming book, Mariachi Dreams.
Sam Butin on his Documentary Video Game
New America Fellow Sam Butin spoke about his fellowship project, Normandie.