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.
Drug Trafficking in U.S. Special Forces: Journalist Seth Harp on ‘The Fort Bragg Cartel’
New America Fellow Seth Harp discusses a dark ripple effect of American “forever wars” that he covers in his new book.
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
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.