The University of Oxford is offering a fully funded doctoral studentship, supported by the Leverhulme Trust, for a DPhil candidate in the School of Geography and the Environment. The project will explore how AI and remote sensing can be used to monitor and predict environmental change, addressing urgent ecological challenges. This studentship is open to UK and EU nationals and includes full tuition, a stipend, and research expenses. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in geography, environmental science, computer science, or related fields, with expertise in machine learning and remote sensing.

The Department of African American Studies, Princeton University, invites applications for a Visiting Research Scholar for the 2026–2027 academic year. The position is open to faculty (especially pre-tenure) or independent scholars with a PhD and teaching experience. Scholars will focus on independent research related to race, teach one undergraduate course, give a lecture on their research, and participate in departmental seminars and manuscript reviews. The appointment offers a competitive salary ($98,500–$105,000) and access to Princeton’s academic resources.

PhD Scholarship in Sustainable Energy Entrepreneurship offered by Centre for Renewable and Sustainable Energy Studies (CRSES) at Stellenbosch University in partnership with TUM SEED Center. Fully funded for 4 years, supporting research on scaling sustainable energy enterprises, especially in mini-grids. Applicants should hold a relevant Master’s degree, have strong academic records, and be from a Global South country. The program includes research funding, mobility grants, and participation in SEED Center activities.

The ACLS Digital Justice Seed and Development Grants support humanities and social science projects that ethically engage with marginalized communities, including Black, Latinx, Indigenous, disabled, and LGBTQ+ populations. Seed Grants ($10,000–$25,000) fund early-stage projects, while Development Grants ($50,000–$100,000) support more advanced work. Projects must be administered by U.S. institutions and aim for open access. Applications are due November 20, 2025, at 9:00 PM EST.

PETA’s Future Without Speciesism competition awards $1,000–$10,000 to student innovators who design marketable, animal-free alternatives to current uses of animals in food, clothing, experiments, and more. Open to undergraduate and graduate students (individually or in teams), proposals must be original, practical, and viable without relying on animal-derived materials.

The National Geographic Society, in partnership with PepsiCo, is offering grants of up to US$150,000 for projects that build resilience in agriculture. Proposals must focus on field-based work with key food crops and address at least two areas: soil health, climate adaptation/mitigation, watershed health, biodiversity, or improved livelihoods. Projects should be co-produced with local collaborators, ethically grounded, and completed within two years. Applications are due September 30, 2025. Livestock-only, non-food crops, or purely lab-based research will not be considered. Selected grantees join the National Geographic Explorer community and gain visibility and support.

The GREEN Program offers scholarships and fellowships to make its sustainability education programs more accessible, especially for underserved and underrepresented students. The GREEN Scholarship: $500–$2,500 (rolling). BIPOC Scholarship: $500–$4,000 (rolling). Shine On Scholarship (Nepal, women in engineering): up to ~$4,000. Fellowships: Fully funded for storytellers (writers, videographers, influencers). Applicants must first be accepted into a TGP program. Awards are based on financial need, background, and essay quality, with applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

The Scholarship Program identifies future leaders in environmental, Tribal public policy, and health care fields. It is highly competitive, with students participating in their schools’ internal competitions before receiving consideration from the Udall Foundation. As a condition of their award, Scholars attend a multiday Scholar Orientation experience. In 2025, the Udall Foundation anticipates awarding 55 scholarships of $7,000 each. The Udall Undergraduate Scholarship honors the legacies of Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall, whose careers had a significant impact on Native American self-governance, health care, and the stewardship of public lands and natural resources.

The Fred S. Bailey Graduate Fellowship at the University YMCA (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign) provides $14,000 for nine months plus most tuition and fee waivers. It supports graduate and professional students committed to community leadership, service, and activism in areas such as social justice, environmental action, interfaith cooperation, and global engagement. Applicants must be enrolled at UIUC by the start of the award period, demonstrate strong leadership and impact, and submit references and academic records. Applications open in November, close February 15, 2026, and results are announced in May 2026.

The Stanley 1913 Creators Fund 2025 offers $50,000 unrestricted grants to early-stage nonprofits driving innovation in equity, sustainability, mental health, and community well-being. Eligible organizations must be registered nonprofits with at least 2 years of operations (or proof of concept) and annual income of $100K–$2M.

Cisco’s Global Impact Cash Grants fund nonprofits worldwide in crisis response, education, economic empowerment, and climate regeneration. Projects must be tech-enabled, scalable, and benefit underserved communities. Applications are accepted year-round starting with a Letter of Inquiry; first-time applicants can request up to $75,000.

The Avery Dennison Foundation provides global grants (typically $50K–$100K) focused on education access, environmental sustainability, and secure livelihoods. Applications are accepted year-round and reviewed quarterly through a two-step process (eligibility form + full proposal). The Foundation prioritizes projects in high-need regions, especially outside the U.S., and requires strong integration of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

They partner with organizations that are African-led and rooted in the communities they serve. These organizations are operating on impactful and sustainable solutions in their communities, countries, and regions. It supports Africa-founded, Africa-led, and Africa-based non-profits working in Sub-Saharan Africa. Eligible organizations must have at least 3 years of operations, audited financials, paid staff, and annual budgets between USD 150k–1.5M.

The Global Sport Impact Fund (GSIF) supports sport-for-development projects that deliver social, environmental, and financial impact. It funds initiatives in community sports infrastructure, human capital, wellness hubs, and community programs, with grants from €500K–5M. Eligible applicants include NGOs, social enterprises, federations, and public authorities, especially in Africa, Latin America, and South/Southeast Asia.

The Global Social Innovation Challenge identifies and supports startups, SMEs, and entrepreneurs innovating in community-based tourism, inclusivity & accessibility, and green projects. It seeks solutions that foster sustainability, equality, cultural heritage preservation, and community empowerment within the tourism ecosystem. Opportunities for finalists include: pitching at UN Tourism Tech Adventures, joining the UN Tourism Innovation Network, potential financing, pilot projects, global visibility, access to 90+ investors and top corporations in 160+ countries, curated mentorship, and scholarships (e.g., at Les Roches in Spain or via the UN Tourism Online Academy).

The Cambiar Thrive Grant supports innovative solutions that close the “student information gap” by giving students, parents, and caregivers better access to actionable K–12 education data. Through the Big Ideas Challenge, organizations can win $100,000 in initial funding with the chance for $250,000+ follow-on funding. Projects can focus on empowering students to use their own data or equipping caregivers with tools to support learning.

The Entrepreneurship Exchange program brings together students from Egypt, Libya, Morocco, and the U.S., in small teams to identify market opportunities and develop business concepts that address real-world needs. Through this virtual certificate program, participants will gain practical experience in civic-minded entrepreneurship, working together over eight weeks to identify a challenge from one of their countries and develop a business solution to the issue.

The AAUW Community Action Grant funds U.S.-based nonprofits and educational institutions to create programs that help K–12 girls, especially from underrepresented groups, build confidence and skills in STEM. Grants are up to $75,000, with preference for projects that create lasting impact, provide deep learning experiences, and engage families and mentors.

The Climate Leaders Fellowship is a free leadership development program for high school students (age 14-18) interested in climate change and environmental sustainability, and is provided by a collaboration between the Deliberative Democracy Lab at Stanford University, the Rustic Pathways Foundation and Rustic Pathways.

The One Million Youth Actions Challenge (1MYAC) invites young people aged 10–30 to take concrete actions for a sustainable future, aiming to reach one million youth-led initiatives aligned with SDG 6 (Clean Water), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 15 (Life on Land). Participants register individually or in groups, choose from standard or self-designed actions, and have one year to complete them. Group actions are peer-verified to ensure transparency. Launched by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) and its Water Network, RéSEAU, the program’s Third Call to Action offers CAD 1,500–5,000 in funding, plus training and visibility, focusing on Disaster Risk Reduction and Plastic Pollution. Applicants must be 18–30 and have completed at least one Standard Action before applying.

The AFC Fellowship is a leadership development programme by Common Purpose and the Africa Finance Corporation that brings together emerging leaders from Africa, the broader global South, and the global North to address climate change and global inequality through innovative, cross-boundary collaboration. The programme includes the Climate Challenge Leadership Programme, which features Leading Beyond Authority training and a collaborative “Innoventure” approach to tackling climate action challenges. Fellows also join a lasting global alumni network after completion.

Kye’s Climate Action Fund (KCAF) was founded in 2022 to honor Kye Moffat — a passionate geologist, climate activist, and beloved friend — by supporting young people in climate science and policy and helping them launch meaningful careers. They're excited to open their second round of grants: $3k or $10k, depending on your project and needs, unrestricted for you to use as you see fit. Eligible applicants are under 30, U.S.-based, in a scientific field, working on climate policy/advocacy, and facing some kind of financial hurdle.. KCAF values diverse voices and stands with young scientists committed to tackling climate change.

Kye’s Climate Action Fund (KCAF) was founded in 2022 to honor Kye Moffat — a passionate geologist, climate activist, and beloved friend — by supporting young people in climate science and policy and helping them launch meaningful careers. They're excited to open their second round of grants: $3k or $10k, depending on your project and needs, unrestricted for you to use as you see fit. Eligible applicants are under 30, U.S.-based, in a scientific field, working on climate-related measurement, mitigation, adaptation, or resilience, and facing financial hurdles. KCAF values diverse voices and stands with young scientists committed to tackling climate change.

The 12-months training focuses on developing political leadership skills and is open only to women leaders who hold an elected or appointed seat in a local or regional government in any of the OECD-DAC listed ODA-countries. All parts of the training are based on equity, participation, transparency and accountability, and the goal is to strengthen democracy in the organizations taking part in the training, primarily by strengthening the politician herself, as well as capacitating women politicians in general to be good role models and to get a higher involvement of underrepresented groups in decision making bodies.

This initiative is part of the organization's ongoing efforts to mobilize international support and drive ambitious climate action for climate-threatened nations. It aims to accelerate their capacities on pioneering climate resilient solutions and mobilizing domestic resources vital in the development and implementation of their country’s Climate Prosperity Plan (CPP).

The IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Scholarship 2025 offers a fully funded opportunity for founders or co-founders of social enterprises to attend the One Young World Summit in Munich, Germany, from November 3–6, 2025. The scholarship covers summit access, round-trip airfare, private hotel accommodation (November 2–7), meals during the event, a visa support letter, and lifetime membership in the One Young World Ambassador community. Eligible applicants should be 18–30 years old (exceptions possible), fluent in English, and leading a social enterprise focused on inclusive circularity, employment, or sustainable food systems.

The UONGOZI Institute Women’s Leadership Programme 2025 is a fully funded 6-month hybrid program for African women in mid- to senior-level leadership roles. It includes in-person training, virtual coaching, and mentorship to strengthen leadership skills.

The GYCAF Microgrants Program supports youth-led climate projects with grants of $500–$1,000. Eligible groups must be led by people aged 18–35 and focus on themes like clean energy, sustainable agriculture, ocean conservation, and climate innovation. Projects must be ready to launch, last up to 6 months, and include progress and final reports. Women-led and gender-inclusive projects are prioritized.

The UEFA Foundation for Children is currently accepting proposals for projects that aim to improve the lives of children worldwide, with a focus on promoting their fundamental rights through sport, particularly football. Organizations can submit project ideas that align with the foundation's mission of health, education, access to sport, and personal development.

The Green Institute Sustainability Impact Grant offers up to $5,000 to support innovative environmental projects and research by Green Institute Laureates and Ambassadors. Open to individuals globally, the grant funds initiatives in areas like conservation, climate-smart agriculture, and sustainability policy. Projects can last up to 12 months, and applications are accepted in two rounds each year.

The Cambridge Africa Changemakers Scholarship is a fully funded PhD scholarship for students from any African country, offered at the University of Cambridge. It supports research that promotes sustainable, climate-resilient development in Africa and covers tuition, living costs, travel, visa, and research expenses.

The Ecopreneur Network by Sustainable Ocean Alliance supports early-stage, for-profit startups creating scalable ocean impact. Startups (Pre-Seed to Series A) receive $100K+ in investment, expert mentorship, investor access, and lifetime support. Focus areas include maritime decarbonization, pollution reduction, ocean conservation tech, blue foods, and data/monitoring. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

The RELX Environmental Challenge supports innovative projects that advance sustainable access to safe water and/or improved sanitation in at-risk communities. Open to individuals and organizations from both non-profit and for-profit sectors, the challenge awards $50,000 to the winner and $25,000 to the runner-up, along with access to RELX tools like ScienceDirect. Projects are evaluated based on impact, scalability, equity, and community engagement.

The Gender-Just Climate Solutions Awards 2025 recognize and support grassroots, women-led, and gender-equitable climate initiatives worldwide. Organized by the Women & Gender Constituency, the program offers €5,000 prizes, visibility at COP30 in Brazil, and capacity-building opportunities for projects that promote gender equality, climate resilience, and systemic transformation. Applications are open until July 13, 2025.

The Scotiabank Climate Action Research Fund offers grants of $25,000–$100,000 to support non-profits and charities conducting research that advances the transition to a low-carbon economy. The 2025 application period runs from April 14 to May 22, 2025. Eligible projects must align with themes like decarbonization pathways, carbon sequestration, climate finance, policy change, and emissions data. Applications are evaluated on novelty, impact, expertise, and clarity.

The Climate Asia Accelerator supports Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Asia working on climate action. Over five years, it aims to help 500 CSOs and impact 1 million small farmers. The program offers personalized mentoring, networking, educational resources, and masterclasses. Eligible organizations must demonstrate climate innovation, community engagement, gender focus, and a need for capacity building.

D-Prize funds new social ventures that distribute proven poverty solutions in low- and middle-income countries. Winners receive up to $20,000 to pilot their idea, focusing on areas like health, education, and energy. The program targets first-time, locally driven entrepreneurs.

The Community Engagement Exchange (CEE) Program is a fully funded, year-long leadership program for emerging civil society leaders (ages 21–27) from over 100 countries. It includes a 3-month practicum in the U.S., leadership training, and support to implement a community project back home. Applicants must have 2+ years of experience, good English skills, and commit to returning to their country after the program.

ChangemakerXchange.AI is a global initiative aimed at empowering young social innovators by integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into their work. The program offers regional cohorts, an online hub, and masterclasses to equip changemakers with AI knowledge and practical skills. The current focus is on the MENA region, with applications open until April 16, 2025. The program timeline includes a kick-off call on May 15, 2025, and a public announcement of participants in late May.

​The Indo-Pacific Futures Fellowship, offered by the East-West Center, is a program designed for young leaders from the Indo-Pacific region. It focuses on enhancing leadership skills and fostering regional understanding through various activities, including seminars, workshops, and networking opportunities. The fellowship aims to equip participants with the tools necessary to address pressing regional challenges and contribute to a more interconnected and resilient Indo-Pacific community.

O ChatGPT disse: Rotary Peace Fellowships offer up to 130 fully funded scholarships each year for leaders in peace and development. Fellows can pursue either a master’s degree (15–24 months) or a professional development certificate (1 year). Programs include field studies and are hosted at Rotary Peace Centers worldwide. Applications for the 2026–27 cycle are open until May 15, 2025.

YOUTH IMPACT – BECAUSE YOU MATTER – For Environmental Sustainability and Climate Action is an initiative led by UNESCO in collaboration with Nestlé, powered by the Nestlé Youth Entrepreneurship Platform. It seeks to support young people to help their communities through climate action and environmental sustainability initiatives, by providing them with resources and skills necessary to implement their innovative projects.

The Young Leaders for the SDGs initiative recognizes exceptional young people who are leading efforts to support the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Every two years, 17 young leaders are selected to work with the United Nations and its partners to accelerate SDG implementation and engage other young people in this crucial work.

BeChangeMaker is an online training program that inspires action on global challenges through social entrepreneurship and the power of skills. It provides access to high-quality learning content on HP LIFE, tools and technology for startup acceleration, dedicated coaching, mentoring and customized support, as well as the opportunity to tap into a diverse global network of potential supporters and investors.

The AstraZeneca Young Health Programme (YHP) Impact Fellowship 2025 is designed to support young leaders advocating for health equity in their communities. The fellowship offers funding, learning and development opportunities, and participation in the One Young World Summit.

The Carbon Removal Justice Fellows Program is a joint initiative by the National Wildlife Federation (NWF) and the Institute for Responsible Carbon Removal at American University. It focuses on the ethical and just implementation of carbon removal technologies and provides a space for environmental justice leaders to learn more about carbon removal developments and deployments in the U.S. and around the world. The Fellows Program will focus on the U.S. carbon removal context. Applicants should be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Those selected to participate in the two-week-long Fellows Program will receive a $5,000 stipend. In addition, travel and accommodation expenses, and most meals will be covered.

The EquityTech Fellowship 2025, organized by Halcyon, is a program designed to support entrepreneurs worldwide who are leveraging technology to address equity gaps in education and the workforce. The fellowship offers participants expert training, essential resources to accelerate their ventures, and an eight-week in-person residency at Halcyon in Washington, DC.

Global Fellows in Courage (GFiC) is a 6-month accelerator program (via Zoom) designed for social entrepreneurs aged 25-35 who are working to advocate for human rights and gender justice. The mission of the fellowship program is to help emerging leaders drive bold and courageous social change, improve their effectiveness, and advance their missions throughout the world.

The Global Youth Climate Training Programme (GYCT) is a free, fully online initiative designed to equip young people (ages 16-35) with the knowledge and confidence to engage in international climate policy. This year's programme will focus on understanding how international climate policy evolves, is challenged by, and has new opportunities emerge within a changing global geopolitical landscape.

GOAL’s NextGen Youth Programme is a 10-session initiative designed to empower young changemakers by exploring global crises, with a focus on climate and health systems. Participants will collaborate internationally to develop critical thinking, communication, and project management skills while creating awareness-raising materials for GOAL’s public engagement efforts.

The Transform Mid-Atlantic Civic Fellowship (TMACF) is a program geared toward engaged student leaders throughout the region. It will provide students from across the region high impact opportunities to develop their leadership skills and understanding of civic and community engagement so that they may better serve as leaders in their communities and collectively create solutions to our region's most urgent problems. This fellowship is a key avenue to develop student leaders who are engaged global citizens, actively contributing to the creation of equitable, healthy, sustainable, and socially just communities.

The YouthxYouth (YxY) Weavership is a 10-month capacity-building fellowship designed for youth community organizers dedicated to transforming education by "weaving" local and global communities. Developed in partnership with the Weaving Lab, this program aims to equip participants with the skills necessary to create interconnected learning ecosystems and foster life-affirming futures.

The Climate Mobility Fellowship (CMF) 2025–2026, launched by the Global Centre for Climate Mobility (GCCM), is a fully funded, year-long program for youth leaders from Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Pacific. It provides academic training, hands-on experience, and access to global climate policy events. Fellows will develop expertise in climate mobility governance and implement impact projects addressing local challenges. The program includes in-person and virtual training, participation in GCCM initiatives, and networking opportunities. Applications are open until March 15, 2025, for candidates aged 18–30 who are fluent in English.

The Charity Entrepreneurship Incubation Program is a free, intensive two-month training designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs launch high-impact charities. Participants receive guidance on selecting evidence-based charity ideas, are matched with co-founders, and gain access to up to $200,000 in seed funding.

The Uproot Project is offering fellowships to support underrepresented, early-career journalists in reporting on critical environmental issues. Fellows will receive up to $2,000 for expenses such as travel, translation fees, records access, and data analysis. The fellowship is open to various media formats, including writing, audio, video, and photography.

The Club of Rome is accepting applications for its 2025 Communications Fellowship, a seven-month remote mentoring program from July 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026. This initiative aims to amplify diverse voices in sustainability and support early-career communications professionals, especially from underrepresented regions. Fellows will engage in tasks like web publishing, media relations, event coverage, and multimedia content creation, focusing on translating complex systems thinking for general audiences. The fellowship offers a modest stipend, covers work-related travel expenses, and includes one trip to meet The Club of Rome team.

The Green Fellows Program by the Green Institute focuses on fostering green leaders dedicated to sustainability, climate action, and environmental advocacy. This fellowship offers tailored training, mentorship, and resources to amplify the impact of green initiatives.

The EIT Food Innovator Fellowship prepares the next generation of "researchpreneurs" to drive innovation in the agri-food system. Targeting creative young professionals and researchers worldwide, the program nurtures entrepreneurial talent to tackle global challenges, enhance career prospects, and develop sustainable solutions for the food ecosystem.

The WILD Fellowship Program empowers early and mid-career women to overcome barriers to leadership by providing tools, resources, and support for career advancement. It selects 15 professionals for comprehensive leadership development, including access to learning centers, personalized coaching, participation in the online Global Women's Leadership Forum, and public speaking opportunities.

The Halcyon Future Builders Fellowship empowers social entrepreneurs tackling pressing climate, health and equity challenges. This 9-month hybrid program includes skill-building, mentorship, and funding opportunities to help your venture thrive. Fellows participate in virtual and in-person sessions in Washington and Atlanta, and receive $5,000 in stipend support.

The Global Rural Changemaker Fellowship is a 3-month online program designed to empower passionate individuals aged 18–35 from diverse professional backgrounds and countries who are actively leading or aspiring to establish rural social enterprises / or social enterprises working with rural communities.

The Lead(H)er Fellowship 4th Cohort by YouLead Africa, in partnership with Plan International and the AU Youth Envoy, supports young women aged 25 or younger from Eastern, Southern Africa, and the Middle East. The 5-month hybrid program focuses on politics, economics/business, and peace and security. Applications close December 20, 2024; the program starts in January 2025. Fellows receive internet support for virtual sessions.

The Philanthropy & Nonprofit Accountability Fellowship supports four local newsrooms annually to enhance their coverage of the nonprofit sector. Fellows work closely with The Chronicle of Philanthropy and partners like the Associated Press, receiving $30,000 to produce impactful stories about charities and foundations. The fellowship promotes public understanding of nonprofits, accountability, and their role in solving community issues.

The CRASSH Global South Fellowships at the University of Cambridge support scholars from Global South institutions for research in arts, humanities, and social sciences. The 2026 theme is Science, Politics, and Justice, encouraging projects on the intersection of science and justice. Fellows receive travel funding, accommodations, a subsistence allowance, and library access, participating in an event they co-design. Applicants need a PhD awarded five years prior, and employment in the Global South. Applications close on 24 February 2025.

The TechWomen program, funded by the U.S. Department of State, is open to women from specific countries with at least two years of STEM experience and a bachelor's degree. Applicants must demonstrate leadership, community involvement, and a commitment to innovation. The 2025 application deadline is January 7, 2025, with final selections announced by May 31, 2025. Participants engage in professional development, cultural exchange, and mentoring, with the program held in the U.S. from September to October 2025.

The AILA International Fellowship, offered by CSIS's Abshire-Inamori Leadership Academy, is a leadership program designed to develop global leaders capable of addressing today's complex challenges. The program will take place May 12–16, 2025, at CSIS Headquarters, with a tuition of $5,000. The deadline for registration is January 17, 2025. Participants gain leadership skills through expert seminars, interactive sessions, and networking opportunities.

The Stanford Sustainability Accelerator Fellowship supports innovators in developing scalable technology and policy solutions to address critical sustainability challenges. The 2025 fellowship focuses on areas such as greenhouse gas removal, climate adaptation, planetary intelligence, energy systems, agriculture, water, and biological sustainability. It aims to build a diverse cohort of policy, technology, and business leaders committed to creating impactful, interdisciplinary solutions.

The 2025 CIF Youth Fellowship is a one-year program for young professionals (ages 18–28) from Brazil, Ghana, India, Papua New Guinea, and Türkiye. It offers hands-on experience with Climate Investment Funds (CIF) and multilateral development banks on climate finance projects in their home countries. Fellows contribute to clean energy, climate resilience, and social inclusion initiatives. The program includes practical project work, tailored training, mentorship, global networking opportunities, and cohort-based learning activities. Applications close on December 18, 2024.

The EDF Climate Corps Fellowship connects graduate students with organizations to help them achieve climate goals by identifying ways to reduce emissions in operations and supply chains. Fellows work on-site or remotely for 10–12 weeks during the summer and are matched with hosts based on their skills and interests. Fellows gain hands-on experience with climate and energy projects, access to networking events, and career-long resources through a 3,000+ member alumni network. The application deadline is December 22, 2024.

The International Climate Protection Fellowship from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation supports future leaders and postdocs from non-European developing or transition countries working in climate protection or resource conservation. Fellows engage in a research project in Germany for 12 months (prospective leaders) or 12–24 months (postdocs), focusing on topics like climate adaptation, biodiversity, or sustainable resource use. The fellowship provides financial support, including monthly stipends (€2,200–€2,700), funding for dependents, travel, and health insurance, as well as access to German language courses and networking events. Applicants must demonstrate leadership skills, professional or academic experience in climate issues, and proficiency in English or German. Applications are due February 1, and candidates must collaborate with a host institution in Germany to develop their research project.

The program offers graduate students a 10-week summer opportunity in New York City to engage with sustainability and impact-focused teams. Fellows contribute to projects that align with their skills and interests, supported by the Global Sustainability Office and the Institute for Sustainable Investing. Responsibilities may include conducting industry research, building financial models, and analyzing sustainability trends. This program aims to develop leaders in sustainable finance through hands-on experience, networking with senior management, and professional development activities. Applicants must demonstrate a strong interest in sustainability, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects. Compensation includes a base pay of $135,000 per year, with additional benefits. Applications close on December 6, 2024, with early submissions encouraged.

Darwin Initiative Capability & Capacity welcomes applications for projects between £50,000 and £200,000. Projects should focus on developing the capability and capacity of national and local organisations to efficiently deliver effective and successful biodiversity conservation - multidimensional poverty reduction projects.

The Aspire Leaders Program welcomes low-income, first-generation college students and recent graduates around the world to participate in a free online immersive leadership journey including professional skills training, an exclusive course designed and delivered by Harvard faculty, and interactive seminars led by world-class educators. After completion, Aspire Institute empowers alumni to continue their leadership development through seed funds, workshops, and a vibrant global network of peers and mentors.

The Youth Climate Innovation (YCI) Programme is a transformative initiative by the Climate Technology Centre & Network (CTCN) designed to support young innovators from developing countries as they create, develop, and scale high-impact climate technology solutions that are both locally relevant and globally adaptable.

The Allstate Foundation, in partnership with the Center for Expanding Leadership & Opportunity (CELO), is offering $10,000 grants to support youth-led community service initiatives at community colleges, HBCUs, and other higher education institutions across the U.S. These grants aim to redefine youth empowerment for a new generation, promoting service and community improvement in response to the global pandemic and technological changes. The initiative aligns with the Foundation's broader youth empowerment strategy.

In today's era, the value of civil society and human rights needs to be re-emphasized, as their importance is no longer universally accepted. Supporters of a progressive civil society must advocate for its role, while human rights need to be linked more closely to people’s daily lives. In this context, proposals from artists and activists are invited to communicate the value of civil society through art, particularly visual arts. Ten selected projects will receive up to £4,000 in funding to create new arts-based works or support ongoing initiatives.

The Global Gateway High-Level Youth Event, hosted by the European Commission on 9-10 October 2024 in Brussels, will celebrate the EU youth agenda and its achievements. It aims to strengthen youth networks, highlight new partnerships, and emphasize the importance of youth as key partners in shaping EU external action and future investments.

The Growing Future Leaders (GFL) Internship Program by BCG is a 10-week summer program aimed at supporting underrepresented groups in consulting, specifically Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino, and Indigenous/Native American/Alaska Native students. The program is designed for sophomore students from U.S. or Canadian universities, offering them an immersive experience in BCG’s work and culture. Participants receive mentorship, training, and work as part of a BCG case team. Successful interns may receive a scholarship and an offer to return as a Summer Associate after their junior year. Ideal candidates have strong academic achievements, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

The Vital Voices Leadership Journey (VVLJ) is a 7-week online course designed to empower women changemakers by equipping them with essential leadership skills. The program focuses on adaptive, inclusive, and visionary leadership, among other key traits, to help participants lead effectively in complex environments. Participants will develop a Leadership Action Plan, expand their networks, and gain tools to drive transformational change in their communities. The course runs from October to November 2024, with a time commitment of 2-3 hours per week.

SAHR is inviting applications for its Gender Justice Accelerator, a 12-month mentorship program aimed at civil society leaders working to end Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) through law and policy reform or implementation. The program equips fellows with skills, legal mentorship, and resources, including a EUR €3,000 grant, to advance SGBV initiatives at the local level. SAHR seeks to empower underrepresented leaders, providing them with opportunities for professional growth, collaboration, and systemic change. The initiative aims to build a network of influential leaders dedicated to eradicating SGBV.

The NGO Committee on the Status of Women, New York Youth Leaders & Young Professionals is launching the second cohort of the Global Youth Fellows program. This initiative aims to empower 15 young activists advocating for gender equality by connecting them with a global network of like-minded individuals. The program is aligned with the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, focusing on its 12 critical areas and the broader human rights framework for women and girls. Selected fellows will receive a financial award, publication opportunities, and roles in advocacy and networking within the NGO CSW/NY community.

GRID Alternatives and WRISE are partnering again for a Rising Solar fellowship program to give aspiring solar professionals from diverse backgrounds the opportunity to pursue a career in renewable energy. The program, part of GRID and WRISE’s workforce diversity initiatives, is aimed at anyone identifying as a woman or marginalized gender training for careers in installation and design as well as college and graduate students studying renewable energy and related fields.

A transformational leadership development experience, CEE is a year-long program designed to enable civil society leaders, ages 21-27, to harness the power of networks, relationships, and information for the public good, specifically on issues related to civic dialogue and peacebuilding, open and participatory government, women and gender, environmental sustainability, and youth engagement.

This initiative aims to elevate the voices of leaders with proximate and lived expertise by providing a fellowship experience that centers the expertise of West African leaders. This is a unique avenue to develop a new generation of powerful African development advocates, in order to advance Africa's own development priorities.

NOAA's Young Changemakers Fellowship (YCF) is a program dedicated to collaborating with and empowering the next generation of ocean and environmental leaders. Through the program, high school students from the United States, U.S. territories, and tribal nations build skills around creating change in their home communities, culminating in a self-designed action project. In addition to taking local action, the changemakers also learn about and provide NOAA leadership with their perspective on large-scale issues such as the climate crisis, ocean issues, environmental justice challenges, and more.

This year’s summit is not just a meeting place but a melting pot of ideas, cultures, and visions for a better future. Young Changemakers, aged 21-29 and living in any corner of the world, are invited to apply for a chance to participate in an unforgettable week of skills development, networking, and capacity building.

The 2025 Lab cohort will focus on leadership responses to the challenges and risks arising from the climate crisis. The program will begin virtually in October 2024, and will launch in-person in Honolulu, Hawai‘i in late 2024, reconvene in Suva, Fiji, and close in Tokyo, Japan. Throughout the year, leaders will critically examine climate adaptation plans and explore local communities' approaches to addressing vulnerabilities and meeting challenges. Leaders who complete the 2025 Lab will be better equipped to support communities in articulating their adaptation goals and the vulnerability analyses they are rooted in, and in crafting transformative climate change action.

Celebrating its tenth year, The Waislitz Global Citizen Awards are annual cash prizes totaling $250,000 that recognize the excellence of individuals in their work to end extreme poverty. The grand prize is $100,000, with two additional prizes at $75,000 each, for a total of three prizes. The awards are presented by the Waislitz Foundation and Global Citizen.

The City of Los Angeles is working against climate change with a plan to lead the world toward a low-carbon, green-energy future. The FUSE Executive Fellow will provide the foundational research towards developing a climate resilience plan that equitably addresses energy resilience throughout The City of Los Angeles.

This program of the Global Warming Mitigation Project supports the next generation of climate leaders by connecting students and recent graduates to professional opportunities at climate organizations. These are virtual, part-time fellowships that will run roughly 12-14 weeks from Monday, June 17th to Friday, September 6th. Exact start and end dates will be agreed upon between host organization and fellow.

The training is free to attend and offers a rare opportunity to gain a high-level perspective on both what climate change means for Europe and the solutions in our hands from Vice President Gore and renowned business leaders, scientists, and experts. Along with expanding your knowledge of the climate crisis, the training will help you build the skills and global network to work for climate solutions and shape the energy transition in your community.

This transformative initiative aims to equip the selected group of young leaders with tools, skills, knowledge and networks to drive positive change in their communities. Through close mentorship and hands-on practice, this initiative offers an invaluable opportunity for the fellows to strengthen their capacity to make social change happen and sustain.

There is a clear evidence that Africa is constrained by its limited capacity to effectively participate in the international climate change policy discourse to foster climate actions at regional and national levels. Climate Change diplomacy and negotiations are often technical and complex. It is difficult for new negotiators to fully grasp the nuances of the proceedings even over a period of many years. The African Group of Negotiators Expert Support (AGNES) has designed this training Program on climate governance, diplomacy and negotiations leadership with a view to address this important continental challenge. The overall objective of the Program is to build and strengthen African climate leaders and to improve their knowledge and negotiation skills to enable them to engage effectively in international climate change policy discourse as well as contribute to the successful implementation of climate actions at regional and national levels.

Women-owned businesses receive less than 3% of all VC investments. Seeds of Fortune is challenging the Status Quo by developing young women innovators to participate in our competitive Girls Start-Up Accelerator to learn funding from an earlier age. This one-year program, with a paid internship component, helps HS Scholars access the tools, resources, and networks necessary to supercharge social impact ideas. We help them formulate their ideas and provide the necessary feedback and funding streams to turn their ideas into action.

The Atlantic Council Global Energy Center’s Women Leaders in Energy and Climate Fellowship is a one-year nonresident fellowship program for early to mid-career rising women leaders in the energy and climate fields. Now entering its sixth cohort, the program provides professional development for young women by cultivating their leadership potential, facilitating mentoring sessions with senior women leaders in the energy sector, and providing opportunities for public speaking and writing. The program is open to women under the age of 35 with at least three to five years of experience in the energy and climate fields.

We are looking for dynamic, committed and passionate young people to join Restless Development as Youth Mobilisers on the Youth Power in action to end violence against children. The government of Colombia, in partnership with the Government of Sweden, WHO, UNICEF and the UN Secretary General’s Special Representative on ending violence against children, will host the first-ever Global Ministerial Conference to End Violence Against Children in November 2024, a historic opportunity to drive progress on this issue. Restless Development views this opportunity as one that must accelerate progress on policy change in ending violence against children and catalyse resources into this crucial, global effort. In collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO), we seek to work with young people to ensure that their voices and views are central to, and positively disrupting, these pivotal discussions.

The Science for Africa Foundation invites applications for innovative research geared towards addressing youth mental health and wellbeing. Applications should take into consideration pressing local, national and regional research priorities, resources and current environments.

The Global Citizenship Education Youth Network is an international youth-led structure that unites youth from across the globe to work together in the advancement of GCED. We aim to train, support and connect young people around the world working on different areas of GCED to improve their communities and build a more sustainable, tolerant and peaceful world for all.

I4C will empower 50+ young climate leaders from around the world who are committed to careers in climate action. It's a platform through which influential leaders share their thoughts on the climate action landscape in a presentation and ignite innovative thinking and an opportunity for youth to showcase their climate action initiatives.

The Climate Champions Team is now looking for its fourth cohort of ambitious and stubbornly optimistic Youth Fellows. The programme creates a pathway for young professionals to work within the team supporting the UN Climate Change High-Level Champions for COP28 and COP29. As part of the Youth Fellowship programme, you will help mobilise climate action amongst non-State actors to achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement, in close collaboration with the UNFCCC, the Marrakech Partnership and the COP Presidencies.