AWF - Wall Policy Fellowship 2026
The AWF-Wall Policy Fellowship is an exciting opportunity for young professionals to gain expertise in International Environmental Governance, with a focus on the Convention on Biological Diversity. This 9-month program is offered by the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) in partnership with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
📝 About the Fellowship
The AWF-Wall Policy Fellowship is designed to:
- Train young professionals in International Environmental Governance.
- Provide hands-on experience in biodiversity and related policy issues.
🎁 Benefits of the Fellowship
Participants of the AWF-Wall Policy Fellowship will enjoy the following benefits:
- Travel and Transport: Coverage for round-trip airfare and ground transport for the in-person workshop in Nairobi and the policy conference.
- Accommodation: Comfortable lodging during in-person workshops and the policy conference.
- Connectivity Support: A stipend for data bundles to ensure engagement during virtual sessions.
- Personalized Coaching: Ongoing coaching throughout the program to support the delivery of the policy-influencing project.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the AWF-Wall Policy Fellowship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Passion for Policy Issues: Demonstrate a clear interest in a career focused on international environmental governance, biodiversity, and related matters.
- Nationality and Residency: Be a national of an African country and currently living and working within Africa.
- Age: Be between 20-35 years old.
- Work Experience: Have experience in fields such as:
- Environmental sciences
- Social sciences
- Agricultural sciences
- Indigenous knowledge systems
- Resource mobilization
- International relations
- Gender studies
- Biotechnology
- Other relevant sectors in Multilateral Environmental Agreements
- Language Skills: Francophone applicants must have basic English writing and speaking skills. Only applications submitted in English will be considered.
📅 Application Date and Process
- Application Deadline: 20 January, 2026
- To apply, visit the official AWF - Wall Policy Fellowship application portal.
🌟 Additional Information
- Sponsor Organization: African Wildlife Foundation (AWF)
- Program Location: Nairobi, Kenya (for in-person workshops)
For more details and to apply, visit the AWF - Wall Policy Fellowship page.
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to advance your career in environmental governance and make a meaningful impact on biodiversity policy! 🌱
- Travel and Transport: The program covers your round-trip airfare and ground transport for the in-person workshop in Nairobi and for the policy conference you will be selected to attend.
- Accommodation: Comfortable lodging is provided for in-person workshops and policy conference.
- Connectivity Support: A stipend for data bundles to keep you connected and engaged during virtual sessions.
- Personalised Coaching: Ongoing coaching throughout the program to support you in delivering the policy influencing project.





