WWF Conservation Futures Fellowship
The WWF Conservation Futures Fellowship funds graduate research that centers Indigenous and local community knowledge to develop inclusive, community-driven conservation solutions in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
Funder: World Wildlife Fund
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $30,000 per year for up to 2 years (master’s) or 3 years (PhD); final award based on proposal needs.
Summary: Supports graduate-level conservation research that centers Indigenous and local community knowledge and fosters inclusive, community-driven solutions.
Description
The WWF Conservation Futures Fellowship, part of the Russell E. Train Education for Nature Program (EFN), funds graduate-level studies for emerging and experienced researchers, practitioners, and leaders from select countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The fellowship’s core aim is to deepen understanding of conservation challenges and solutions by cultivating the knowledge, skills, and leadership of Indigenous peoples and local communities. Fellows are expected to design and implement research that centers local voices, engages in the co-creation of knowledge and tools, and prioritizes place-based, community-driven conservation strategies. Awardees join a global network of conservation leaders and benefit from mentorship and collaboration opportunities within WWF’s priority areas.
