Yayasan Lentera Studi Indonesia

Advancing Research, Strengthening Democratic Discourse in Indonesia

Yayasan Lentera Studi Indonesia supports Indonesian scholars working on socio-political topics through competitive fellowships, rigorous research engagement, and global institutional collaboration.
Diverse Learning Community

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Career Development Support

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Strong Alumni Network & Community

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Annual Business & Economic Forum

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Overview

Program Overview

Yayasan Lentera Studi Indonesia, in partnership with the Center for Southeast Asian Studies (CSEAS), Kyoto University, invites applications for the Lentera Studi Indonesia Fellowship 2026. This fellowship provides Indonesian scholars with a unique opportunity to undertake focused research and writing in a vibrant international academic environment in Kyoto, Japan.

Duration

1 to 6 months, depending on applicant’s availability.

Periode

July – December 2026 (subject to space at CSEAS).

Student-Centered Commitment

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ABOUT YAYASAN LENTERA STUDI INDONESIA

Empowering Research Excellence in Indonesia

Yayasan Lentera Studi Indonesia (YLSI) provides scholars with the resources, mentorship, and global networks needed to produce impactful research on contemporary socio-political issues.
Mission

To support and empower researchers whose works revolve around contemporary socio-political issues in Indonesia by providing access to funding, dedicated time for research, mentorship, and institutional networks that enable high-quality research.

Vision

To become a leading supporter in advancing research excellence and knowledge exchange on contemporary socio-political issues in Indonesia

What We Offer

What We Do

Research Fellowship Programs

Empowering talented researchers through comprehensive funding and access to world-class facilities to drive groundbreaking innovation.

Dedicated Research Time

Providing scholars with the essential time and environment needed to focus entirely on discovery, free from administrative constraints.

Academic Collaboration

Bridging the gap between educational institutions and global industries to foster high-impact partnerships and knowledge exchange.

Publication Support

Expert guidance throughout the manuscript process, from peer-review navigation to securing placement in high-tier international journals.

Scholar Networks

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Current Fellows

Our current fellows are Indonesian scholars with a proven track-record in conducting research on Indonesia’s socio-political issues. They work on a wide range of topics, including politics, governance, and social development.
Dr. Testriono

Political Scientist & Lecturer

Testriono is a political scientist and lecturer at Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia (UIII) whose research spans democratization, comparative politics, public policy, and subnational politics, with a particular focus on Indonesia. He holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from Northern Illinois University, where his dissertation examined the persistence of power and subnational democratic performance in Indonesia. With over two decades of research experience, he has published widely in peer-reviewed journals such as Governance and Studia Islamika, contributed to multiple books, and led numerous research projects on topics ranging from elite politics and democratic backsliding to religious environmentalism and Green Islam movements. Beyond academia, he is an active public intellectual whose commentaries on Indonesian democracy and politics have appeared in outlets including The Jakarta Post and The Conversation.

With over two decades of experience, his work has been featured in peer-reviewed journals such as Governance and Studia Islamika. Beyond academia, he is an active public intellectual whose commentaries appear in The Jakarta Post and The Conversation, focusing on elite politics, democratic backsliding, and Green Islam movements.

Dr. Kuskridho ‘Dodi’ Ambardi

Senior Scholar & Political Expert

Dr. Kuskridho ‘Dodi’ Ambardi is senior scholar of comparative politics, sociology, and communications with a robust academic and publishing track-record. He holds a PhD and an MA in Political Science from Ohio State University (Colombus, OH), an MA in Communications from Ohio State University (Athens, OH), and a BA in Communications from Gadjah Mada University (Yogyakarta). Dr. Ambardi has a long-list of publications in journals, books, and national and international media. His work bridges academic rigor and policy relevance, particularly on democracy in Southeast Asia. His work on cartelization of Indonesian politics has become one of the crucial works that explain Indonesia’s political landscape after the country transitioned to democracy.

News & Events

Stay informed about YLSI’s latest activities, including fellowship announcements, research highlights, and public events. We regularly organize and participate in discussions, seminars, and collaborative initiatives that bring together researchers, policymakers, and the public.
Climate Resilience and Local Governance in Southeast Asia

Climate Resilience and Local Governance in Southeast Asia

Workshop bertajuk “Climate Resilience and Local Governance in Southeast Asia” akan diselenggarakan secara daring melalui platform Zoom pada hari Jumat, 15 Mei 2026. Kegiatan yang berlangsung mulai pukul 09.00 hingga 12.00 WIB ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi berbagai tantangan tata kelola iklim yang muncul di tingkat lokal di kawasan Asia Tenggara. Fokus utama diskusi akan tertuju […]

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Submit your CV, research proposal, writing samples, and recommendation letter by the deadline.