Applications are now open for the 2026 Cohort of the AWF-Wall Policy Fellowship

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Closing Date: 20 January 2026

Applications are now open for the 2026 Cohort of the AWF-Wall Policy Fellowship

AWF-Wall Policy Fellowship Description

The AWF-Wall Policy Fellowship aims to train young professionals like yourself in International Environmental Governance, particularly on the Convention on Biological Diversity. The 9 months program is offered by the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) in partnership with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).

African Wildlife Foundation looks forward to learning about you, your passion for environmental governance and your leadership footprints.

To adequately prepare your application, read more about the program here.

How to apply

If using a PC/Mac, click the APPLY button on the right (If using a mobile phone, the APPLY button is on top). Once you click on the APPLY button, you will be prompted to CREATE AN ACCOUNT.
Go ahead and Create an Account with your official name and an email address we can reach you on.
Voila! Once you are in, proceed with your application. You can save your progress and Log back in with your email address and password at any time to continue.

Share your authentic story! African Wildlife Foundation cannot wait to have you in the 2026 Cohort!

Eligibility

In a nutshell, you are the right fit for this program if you meet the below requirements. (Check out the program brochure for detailed eligibility criteria)

You demonstrate a clear interest and passion for a career in policy issues on international environmental governance like biodiversity and related matters.
Nationals of any of the African countries and currently living and working within Africa.
Age: 20-35 years.
Work experience in environmental sciences, social sciences, agricultural sciences, indigenous knowledge systems, resource mobilization, international relations, gender studies, bio-technology or any other sector that is relevant in the various Multilateral Environmental Agreements.
If you are francophone, you must have basic English writing and speaking skills. Only applications submitted in English will be considered.