The European Space Agency (ESA) invites applications for its African Research Fellowships to support the next generation of African Earth observation scientists. The program offers four one-year fellowships at the ESA-ESRIN center in Frascati, Italy, starting in October 2026. Applicants must be African nationals holding a PhD or a master’s degree with significant research experience in satellite remote sensing or a related field. Fellows will receive a monthly subsistence allowance, travel expenses, and a relocation package, though the specific financial totals are not disclosed in the call.The deadline for applications is 29 April 2026. African Research Fellowships
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Belmont Forum — Ocean Collaborative Research
The Belmont Forum invites proposals for the Ocean 2 Collaborative Research Action (OCEAN 2 CRA), a program supporting transdisciplinary research focused on biodiversity and ecosystem sustainability for nature and human well-being. Consortia must include participants from at least three different countries receiving support from participating funding agencies, which include organizations from Argentina, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Italy, Japan, Norway, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, and Uruguay, among others. Projects should span 36 months and address one of three themes: biodiversity conservation, ocean-biodiversity-climate integration, or ocean governance and ethics. While total funding varies by the specific national annexes of the participating agencies, grants typically support international research collaboration and societal engagement. The deadline for registrations is 30 April 2026. OCEAN 2 CRA
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) supports high-impact, small-scale projects in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. Funding is primarily available to local, national, or community-based non-governmental organizations and municipal or national government institutions. Projects must address thematic priorities such as inclusive governance, peace and security, sustainable economic growth, or environment and climate action. While the maximum allocation is CAN$100 thousand, typical contributions range between CAN$20 thousand and CAN$60 thousand. The deadline for applications is 30 April 2026. CFLI Kazakhstan
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Morocco and Mauritania
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) supports small-scale, high-impact projects designed by local partners in Morocco and Mauritania. Funding is primarily available to local, national, or community-based non-governmental organizations and municipal or national government institutions. Projects must align with thematic priorities such as inclusive governance, gender equality, environmental action, or peace and security. Contributions typically range from CAN$20 thousand to CAN$50 thousand per project. The deadline for applications is 01 May 2026. CFLI Morocco
Fondation Yves Rocher — Photography Award, Environment and the Planet 2026
The Yves Rocher Foundation’s Photography Award is awarded to a professional photographer who wishes to make a journalistic study of issues relating to the environment, humanity’s relationship with the planet, or the core challenges to sustainability. Eligibility extends to professional photojournalists who can write and speak in French or English. The winner will receive an award of €8 thousand. The closing date for applications is 20 May 2026. Prix Photo
Stiftung Entrepreneurship — Citizen Entrepreneurship Competition 2026
The Citizen Entrepreneurship Competition (CEC) invites entrepreneurs from all around the world to submit innovative answers and ideas to solve the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Young entrepreneurs (age 15-35) submit their ideas and projects in the Youth Citizen Entrepreneurship category. Entrepreneurs over 30 years apply to the Adult Citizen Entrepreneurship category. The winners receive a certificate and international recognition. The deadline for entries is 05 June 2026. About the competition
Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research — Visiting Scholar
The Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) provides visiting scholarships to mid- to late-career stage scientists and academics involved in Antarctic research. Scholars can undertake short-term visits (up to 4 weeks) to an institute in another SCAR member country, to provide training and mentoring. The Visiting Scholar Scheme provides individual awards of up to US$5 thousand. The closing date for applications is 18 September 2026. SCAR Visiting Scholar
NDN Collective — Community Self-Determination
The Community Self-Determination grant program invests in the self-determination of Indigenous people working in their community. Applicants are encouraged to describe their community self-determination efforts within one of the following strategic focus areas that are best suited for their intentions and goals (e.g., climate justice work, clean energy initiatives, access to clean water, etc.). Grants of US$20 thousand per year, with a commitment of two years. The geographical focus is Turtle Island (Island Nations of American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, as well as Canada and Mexico). Applications close on 16 October 2026. Community Action Fund
United Nations University — MSc in Geography of Environmental Risks and Human Security
The United Nations University (UNU) and the University of Bonn welcome applicants for the international joint MSc program, “Geography of Environmental Risks and Human Security.” The ideal candidate has a strong interest or experience in human-nature relations and risk governance in the Global South. Women and applicants from developing countries are strongly encouraged to apply. The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) offers scholarships to financially support successful applicants from developing countries. The application deadline is 15 December 2026. More
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