The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) offers reporting grants to journalists to support the production of in-depth stories on forest governance issues. EJN aims to support the production of stories that raise awareness about and contribute to forest governance processes in Indonesia, Vietnam, Cameroon, Liberia, and Ghana. Applications are open to journalists working in any medium (online, print, television, radio) and other expert media practitioners with professional reporting experience. Applicants can be from any country. EJN expects to award 7 story grants with an average budget of 1,500 GBP each. The application deadline is 06 January 2026. Forest Governance Story Grants
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Earth Journalism Network — Reporting on Climate Change
The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) offers reporting fellowships to communicators in India to support the production of in-depth reports on the private sector and climate change. EJN welcomes pitches for reports that focus on climate financing and carbon trading, greenwashing in the private sector, innovative and locally led solutions, challenges around rare earth materials, renewable energy and clean mobility. The Networks expects to award up to 10 fellowships. Journalists from India are welcome to apply. The application deadline is 08 January 2026. Details
Prince Claus Fund — Support for Emerging Artists
The Seed Awards offer support to emerging artists and cultural practitioners who use the power of culture for positive change. Each award recipient will receive an award of €5000 to invest in developing their idea. Applicants must live and work in eligible countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, or Eastern Europe. The deadline for submission is 08 January 2026. Prince Claus Seed Awards
Earth Journalism Network — Story Grants on Fisheries Transparency
The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) offers reporting grants to journalists to support the production of in-depth stories that will call attention to issues related to fisheries transparency. Applicants can be from any coastal country. For the purposes of this grant call, EJN will only be focusing on marine fisheries, not freshwater. The Earth Journalism Network expects to award 5 grants with a budget of US$1,500 each. The application deadline is 15 January 2026. Story Grants on Fisheries Transparency
Hertie School — Climate Action Scholarship
The Climate Action Scholarship offers full tuition coverage (about € 38,500) for students admitted to its two-year Master of Public Policy program who are committed to sustainability, climate action, renewable energy, and energy-system transformation. It is open to applicants of all nationalities. To apply, you first submit a standard MPP application by 15 January 2026, and — once admitted — complete a funding application. Climate Action Scholarship
World Academy of Sciences — Short Course on Science and Diplomacy
The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) seek candidates for the third AAAS-TWAS course on science and diplomacy. The 5-day course is for young scientists whose work has brought them into the international policy-making arena; policymakers interested in science-based themes that might influence their work; administrators of research institutions; and research funders focused on building international networks. Women are especially encouraged to apply. Applications are due by 29 January 2026. Click here
Scientific Exploration Society — Explorer Awards 2026
The Scientific Exploration Society (SES) awards “pioneers with purpose” who combine innovative field expeditions with important research contributions, including in subject areas related to the environment and conservation. The awards are intended to provide a financial contribution to the overall cost of the fieldwork phase of scientific exploration. Grants range from US$4 thousand to US$7 thousand. For 2026, SES announces six award categories. The application deadline for a simple online application (stage 1) is 01 February 2026. Explore
Royal Society — Prize for African Scientists
The Royal Society Africa Prize recognizes research scientists based in Africa who are making an innovative contribution to the sciences. This year, the Society is encouraging nominations of joint collaborations, groups, or teams for almost all its medals to better represent how contemporary science is undertaken. The prize consists of a medal and £2 thousand. The Royal Society Africa Prize is open to African citizens. The application deadline is 20 February 2026. Royal Society Africa Prize
Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture — Travel Grants Program
SEARCA provides travel grants to qualified agriculture and agriculture-related professionals, social scientists, or graduate students in Southeast Asia. Applicants can request up to US$1,200 to participate and/or present papers at relevant local or international scientific conferences and fora. Eligibility extends to nationals from Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste and Vietnam. SEARCA operates on a regular grant schedule with four application deadlines per year. The next application deadlines are 28 February, 31 May, 31 August, and 30 November 2026. SEARCA Travel Grants
British Ecological Society — Outreach Grants 2026
The British Ecological Society (BES) makes Outreach and Engagement Grants of up to £2 thousand to encourage the promotion of ecological science to a wide audience. Proposals must be aimed at a non-academic audience. Awards are open to individuals and organizations to organize ecological public engagement events, including BES members, researchers, schools, museums, libraries, and community groups. The next application deadline is 10 March 2026. More about the Outreach Grants