The School of Wildlife Conservation (SOWC) invites applications for a 12-week online training program focused on effective management for marine conservation and biodiversity in Africa. The course is designed for marine conservation practitioners across the continent and includes an optional five-day in-person intensive session at an African location. The curriculum emphasizes leadership, strategic management, and ethical practices to address environmental challenges while balancing economic and community needs. While the full cost of the program is not specified, partial merit-based scholarships are available to a limited number of successful applicants. The deadline for applications is 30 March 2026. Marine Conservation Training Program
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Caribbean Biodiversity Fund — Blue Economy Financing
The Caribbean Biodiversity Fund invites applications for its Caribbean BluEFin project, which supports innovative blue economy initiatives that strengthen nature-based economic opportunities while generating measurable biodiversity and climate resilience benefits. The program focuses on sustainable blue carbon, nature-based solutions, and circular economy approaches to reduce marine pollution. Eligible applicants must be legally registered in one of the five participating countries: the Bahamas, the Dominican Republic, Grenada, Saint Lucia, or Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Grants range from US$200 thousand to US$250 thousand per project for initiatives with a duration of six to 12 months. The deadline for applications is 31 March 2026. Blue Economy Financing
University of Oxford — African Biodiversity Fellowship Program
The University of Oxford’s Interdisciplinary Centre for Conservation Science (ICCS) invites applications for a fellowship that enables biodiversity professionals to engage with world-class researchers and resources. The program is open exclusively to African nationals who are employed by NGOs, government agencies, businesses, or academic institutions and are working on conservation within Africa. Successful applicants spend up to three months in Oxford, where the fellowship covers the costs of visas, international flights, accommodation, and a daily allowance for food and local travel. The scheme hosts three visitors per year, providing them with mentorship, training, and networking opportunities to enhance their conservation impact. The deadline to submit an expression of interest for the 2027 fellowship is 31 March 2026. African Biodiversity Fellowship Program
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Guyana and Suriname
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) supports small-scale, high-impact projects in Guyana and Suriname that align with Canada’s thematic priorities of inclusive governance and growth that works for everyone. The program is open to local non-governmental organizations, community groups, academic institutions, and municipal or national government agencies working on local development. While the maximum funding for a single project is CAN$100 thousand, the average contribution typically ranges from CAN$30 thousand to CAN$60 thousand. Projects may span one year or two years, depending on the complexity of the activities. The deadline for submitting applications via email is 15 April 2026. CFLI Guyana and Suriname
Global Biodiversity Information Facility — Graduate Researchers Award 2026
The Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) invites nominations for its annual award recognizing master’s and PhD students who use biodiversity data in innovative research. Eligible candidates must be enrolled in a graduate program and be citizens of a GBIF participant country or studying at an institution within one. The program provides two prizes of €5,000 each for research that demonstrates discovery in biodiversity informatics, such as taxonomy, ecology, or biogeography. The final deadline to submit nominations is 29 May 2026. Graduate Researchers Award
Ford — Environmental Grants
Ford Central America and Caribbean invites non-profit organizations to apply for its environmental grant program to support community projects that contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The program is open to legally constituted organizations with their own bank accounts operating in Costa Rica, Guatemala, Panama, Puerto Rico, and the Dominican Republic. Projects must already be in the execution phase and fall into one of four categories: biodiversity conservation, food security, waste management, or renewable energy. While the specific total fund is not listed, the jury determines the amount awarded to each project for a twelve-month execution period, and funds cannot be used for operational salaries or travel. The application deadline for the current cycle is 31 May 2026. Environmental Grants
Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research — Fellowship Program
The Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) enables early-career researchers to join a project team from another country for research activities that further our understanding of Antarctica. The fellowship is for PhD students to undertake research at major international laboratories, field facilities, or institutes in SCAR member countries. Applicants should be citizens of both a World Meteorological Organization member country and a developing economy. SCAR will offer three to four fellowships of up to US$15 thousand each. The deadline for fellowship applications is 04 September 2026. Find details
Swedish Institute — Global Executive Program
The Swedish Institute invites applications for its Global Executive Programme, which focuses on integrating sustainability into core business strategies. This initiative is open to senior executives, such as CEOs and top managers, from medium to large companies in 24 participating countries across Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. The program covers all training fees, as well as accommodation and meals during a one-week onsite module in Stockholm; however, participants or their companies are generally expected to cover their own travel costs to Sweden. Applicants must be at least 30 years old and lead companies within or transitioning toward green industries, such as renewable energy or sustainable transport. The application deadline is 25 March 2026. Global Executive Program
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Vietnam
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) supports small-scale projects that promote inclusive governance, economic growth, and climate action in Vietnam. Local non-governmental organizations, community groups, and academic institutions are eligible to apply, with priority given to projects designed and implemented by local partners. Grants typically range from CAN$15 thousand to CAN$30 thousand, although exceptional projects may receive up to CAN$100 thousand. The deadline for application is 07 April 2026. CFLI Vietnam
OPEC Fund for International Development — Young Professional Development Program
The Young Professional Development Program (YPDP) is a two-year program designed to prepare young professionals from OPEC Fund member countries for a career in global development. The themes include poverty reduction, energy and sustainable development, environment, and other related science and technology fields. YPDP offers training, coaching and mentoring, the opportunity to experience different departments and access to professional networks. To be selected for the program, applicants must be 30 years of age (or younger) and hold a Master’s degree. The deadline for applications is 11 April 2026. More about the YPDP