brewing for equity
fellowship
Cultivating leaders. Connecting communities.
Transforming the future of coffee.
A 10-month
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
leadership
pipeline
The Brewing For Equity Fellowship is created by the Coffee Coalition for Racial Equity to support and elevate underrepresented voices across the coffee value chain.
Through curated learning, mentorship and global exposure, Fellows gain the knowledge and leadership capacity to grow within the industry and create lasting impact.
THE EXPERIENCE
MONTHLY
LEADERSHIP
Virtual cohort-based development with facilitators, guest industry leaders, and peer-led discussions.
SESSIONS
Immersive convening that build community and relationships between the Fellows that outlast the fellowship year.
WORKSHOP
IN-PERSON
industry
Up to one week inside a coffee or industry related company — real work, real mentorship, real industry access.
immersion
global
Fellows can choose to attend the AFCA conference in an African coffee-producing country — connecting with producers and leaders at origin.
experience
capstone
Each Fellow presents a capstone reflecting their leadership growth and vision for equity in coffee.
project
2025-2026 FELLOWS
From entrepreneurs and consultants to roasters and researchers — this inaugural class embodies the richness that equity makes possible.
MEET THE INAUGURAL COHORT
GLOBAL IMMERSION
Watch our inaugural cohort travel to Ethiopia for the 2026 African Fine Coffees Association Conference
— experiencing coffee at its source and building connections across the global industry.
Journey to the Birthplace of Coffee
BUILT FOR
WHO THIS IS FOR
EMERGING
LEADERS.
US-BASED APPLICANTS ONLY
Passionate about the coffee industry
Part of an underrepresented community
Ready to grow as a leader and change agent
Values collaboration, culture, and global connection
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