Washington DC, U.S.A.

Each year, ISH-DC welcomes approximately 300 resident scholars from 70 countries. The average age of our residents is 27, and they are pursuing Master’s, Doctoral, or other professional degrees while in Washington. Many are also participating in fellowships and internships at prestigious institutions and organizations such as the United States Congress, foreign embassies, the Inter-American Development Bank, the World Bank, the White House, and many more.

ISH-DC hosts a number of engaging programs throughout the year with Ambassadors, Members of Congress, and foreign policy organizations focused on engaging with the next generation of leaders.

The House also presents cultural evenings hosted by our residents, concerts, and other substantive programs.

An alumna from Germany recently wrote an open letter to her former housemates upon her departure that captures the mission of the House well:

Before I traveled to the US, I was feeling truly hopeless. I have been afraid about our future. Meeting the residents and friends, like you, who support ISH-DC’s work has changed my world. Thank you. Meeting you has given me hope.