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Civic Engagement
The YSEALI Academic Fellows Program on Civic Engagement explores American excellence through active citizenship, freedom of speech, volunteerism, community-building, non-profit models, and more. Additional sub-themes may be incorporated based on the local expertise, resources, and landscape of each Institute and the host community.


Natural Resources
The YSEALI Academic Fellows Program on Natural Resources explores American excellence in agriculture and energy, resources and waste management, safeguarding the environment and securing natural resources, and relevant policies that have driven economic and political development and critical infrastructure. Additional sub-themes may be incorporated based on the local expertise, resources, and landscape of each Institute and the host community.
Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The YSEALI Academic Fellows Program on Innovation and Entrepreneurship explores American excellence in business, trade, emerging technology, and strategic business planning. Additional sub-themes may be incorporated based on the local expertise, resources, and landscape of each Institute and the host community.

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Society and Governance
The YSEALI Academic Fellows Program on Society and Governance explores American excellence in governance, anti-corruption, local and national-level policy making and public management practices, and public-private partnerships. Additional sub-themes may be incorporated based on the local expertise, resources, and landscape of each Institute and the host community.