Deadline: February 1, 2024.

The Climate Education Leaders Fellowship (CELF) is an eight-week immersive programme for climate education leaders in Africa. The program combines the knowledge, expertise, and mentorship of seasoned climate change activists, policymakers, researchers, educators, and communicators, to raise the next generation of informed, competent, and prepared climate leaders.
The workshops, mentorship, and live sessions for CELF have been designed to help participants develop the knowledge, skills, and networks they require to become climate education champions and implement climate action initiatives in their communities.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

This program is designed for Africans between the ages of 18-30 who: 

• Reside in Africa  
• Are passionate about climate action, sustainable development, and environmental education 
• Would like to spearhead tackling climate change using climate education as a tool. 
• Can dedicate at least 3 hours a week for the eight-week duration of this program.
• Is willing and able to carry out at least one climate education project in a community of their choice during the fellowship.

(No environmental experience or a relevant degree is required)

BENEFITS

In the programme, participants will:

• Connect with leaders in the climate change field and get career insights for growth. 
• Design and run an onsite climate education project in any community of their choice.
• Engage in online workshops led by experts that will cover topics spanning climate education, creating sustainable change, and leveraging new media for change. 
• Gain leadership, innovation, and communication skills.  
• Engage in peer-to-peer break-out sessions and idea exchange. 
• Be connected with a professional mentor to provide career advice and guidance.
• All participants who successfully complete the program and carry out the required project will be awarded a certificate from the fellowship.
• All participants will be inducted as EcoChampions after successful completion of the fellowship.

Apply through the OFFICIAL LINK