Applications are open for the Climate Action Fellowship which is designed to support African women professionals leading gender-responsive climate solutions in agri-food systems. Apply below:
When is the Application Deadline?
The application deadline is June 30, 2025.
Tell Me About The AWARD Climate Action Fellowship:
The Accelerating African Women’s Leadership in Climate Action Fellowship seeks to build a vibrant, highly connected, and intergenerational network of African women equipped to lead climate solutions tailored to the needs of diverse categories of women and men smallholders. Fellows will be equipped to integrate gender and inclusion in their work, and implement gender transformative solutions that challenge discriminatory gender norms, which are the root causes of gender inequality in African agri-food systems
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Which Fields are Eligible?
Relevant disciplines in gender, climate change, and agri-food systems.
Type:
Award
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Who can Apply for the AWARD Climate Action Fellowship?
To be eligible for this Fellowship, applicants must meet the eligibility criteria outlined below:
- Be a female citizen of the following countries: Benin, Cameroon, Senegal, Kenya, Ghana, and Malawi at different stages of their professional careers, and actively engaged in finding solutions to the effects of climate change.Â
- Have at least a master’s degree in a relevant discipline in gender, climate change, and agrifood systems.Â
- Have at least two years of practical fieldwork or research experience.Â
- Working in national and international organizations, including government agencies and non-governmental organizations, and the private sector.Â
- Resident in an African country throughout the Fellowship periodÂ
- Is not a selected Fellow for any other Fellowships offered by AWARD
How are Applicants Selected?
Participation is guaranteed upon:
- Submission of details of the institution’s head or supervisor endorsing their participation.
- Provision of required documentation (passport and academic certificates).
- Acceptance of AWARD’s code of conduct.
- Official communication on participation in other capacity-building programs.
Required Documents
Applicants are also to submit the following:
- Copies of passport
- Academic certificates
- Institutional endorsement (details of supervisor/head)
- Acceptance of the code of conduct
- Disclosure of participation in other programs
Which Countries Are Eligible?
The following countries are eligible: Benin, Cameroon, Senegal, Kenya, Ghana, and Malawi
Where will the Award be Taken?
There will be virtual sessions and in-person training in Nairobi, Kenya, beginning in September 2025.
How Many Awards?
Not specified
What is the Benefit of the AWARD Climate Action Fellowship?
The award benfits includel
- Leadership development
- Gender integration training
- Mentorship
- Peer-to-peer learning
- Implementation of Climate Research and Innovation Projects (CRIPs)
- Access to a pan-African network of mentors, peers, and institutions
- Career acceleration opportunities
How Long Will the Award Last?
One year
How to Apply:
- Visit the official website: www.awardfellowships.org
- Read the application guidelines, brochure, and FAQs
- Complete and submit the online application form (available in English and French)
