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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LGT Venture Philanthropy — Impact Fellowship
LGT Venture Philanthropy invites applications for its Impact Fellowship, a program designed to match business professionals with non-profit organizations and social enterprises to strengthen their organizational capacity. Eligible applicants must hold an undergraduate degree and possess at least two years of full-time professional experience in fields such as finance, marketing, operations, or data analytics. Fellows commit to a 12-month full-time engagement on the ground with portfolio companies located in Africa, India, Latin America, and Europe. While the program requires a commitment to financial sacrifice, it provides a local salary to cover living costs, along with flight and insurance reimbursements. The application deadline is 31 March 2026. LGT Impact Fellowship
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
Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association — Coastal Ocean Environment School
The Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association (WIOMSA) and its partners invite experts and organizations to apply as instructors for the 2026 Coastal Ocean Environment School in the Western Indian Ocean (COES-WIO). The program seeks facilitators to lead “project track” sessions that provide hands-on, experiential learning in oceanography and marine science. Applicants should propose immersive research projects suitable for groups of 15 to 20 participants, including students, researchers, and policymakers. While the announcement focuses on the contribution of expertise rather than a specific grant amount for instructors, the school serves as a major capacity-building initiative for the next generation of ocean researchers. The deadline to submit expressions of interest is 05 April 2026. Call for Instructors
RECOFTC — Agroforestry 101
RECOFTC offers a self-paced e-learning course designed to provide participants with foundational knowledge on agroforestry and its role in sustainable development. The program is open to individuals globally, including practitioners, students, and policymakers interested in community forestry and climate resilience. While the course is currently free of charge, it does not provide direct financial grants or fellowships. Participants who complete the modules and pass the assessments will receive a certificate of completion. Enrollment closed 10 April 2026. Agroforestry 101
United Nations Environment Program — Champions of the Earth 2026
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) invites nominations for the 2026 Champions of the Earth award, which represents the UN’s highest environmental honor. The 2026 edition specifically focuses on leaders, organizations, and government entities worldwide that are driving efforts to protect and restore ocean health, including work in pollution prevention, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable blue economies. Candidates may be nominated in four categories: Policy Leadership, Inspiration and Action, Entrepreneurial Vision, and Science and Innovation. While the award provides global recognition and a platform to scale environmental solutions rather than a direct cash grant, it serves as a transformative career and organizational milestone. The deadline for nominations is 15 April 2026. UN Champions of the Earth
United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification — Media Reporting Fellowship
The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) and the International Drought Resilience Alliance (IDRA) invite journalists to apply for a fellowship to cover the COP17 conference in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The program is open to professional staff or freelance journalists who work with recognized media outlets and are based in countries affected by desertification, land degradation, or drought. Six selected fellows will receive fully funded support, including return economy-class airfare to Mongolia, accommodation, and media accreditation to the conference. Participants will attend pre-conference virtual briefings, engage in a field visit with local communities, and are expected to produce at least three independent stories related to land restoration and drought resilience. The application deadline is 15 April 2026. COP17 Reporting Fellowship
Earth Journalism Network — Ocean Conference Fellowship
The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) invites applications from journalists to attend the 2026 Our Ocean Conference. The fellowship program supports professional journalists from low- and middle-income countries, with a particular focus on those from the Global South, to report on ocean conservation and marine policy. Selected fellows receive full sponsorship to attend the conference, including airfare, accommodation, meals, and travel insurance. In addition to covering the event, participants engage in preparatory workshops and receive mentorship from experienced environmental editors to strengthen their reporting on topics such as sustainable fisheries, marine protected areas, and climate resilience. The application deadline is 15 April 2026. Ocean Conference Fellowships
Halcyon — Caribbean Climate Pre-Accelerator
Halcyon offers a six-month hybrid program to support early-stage climate founders in the Caribbean. The initiative is open to for-profit startups and social enterprises based in the region that are developing scalable solutions for climate adaptation and resilience. Selected ventures receive a US$6 thousand equity-free stipend, US$10 thousand in Amazon Web Services credits, and access to expert workshops and professional advisors. The deadline to submit the initial eligibility form is 17 April 2026. Caribbean Climate Pre-Accelerator
Global Development Network — Social Sciences in Images
The Global Development Network (GDN) invites young social science researchers from Francophone Africa to participate in the “Convergences: Social Sciences in Images” competition. This initiative encourages researchers to translate their scientific findings into visual formats such as infographics, drawings, illustrations, mind maps, or comic strips. Winners will receive an invitation to the 2026 GDN Regional Conference, participate in creative and research capacity-building workshops, and have their work featured in an international traveling exhibition. The program aims to promote open science and the intersection of research and creation. The deadline for submitting entries is 30 April 2026. Know more