Fellowships

The IBRO Exchange Fellowships provide a powerful opportunity for early-career neuroscientists to expand their research skills through international laboratory exchanges. Designed to support practical, goal-driven training, this program enables researchers to gain hands-on experience while strengthening collaboration between home and host laboratories. Through the IBRO Exchange Fellowships, participants sharpen their expertise, broaden scientific networks, and…

Young people shape the future of our world. Today, their role has never been more important. According to the World Youth Report (2020), there are 1.2 billion young people aged 15 to 24, representing 16% of the global population. This powerful demographic brings creativity, innovation, and energy qualities that drive meaningful change. Recognizing this immense…

The Ocean Leaders Fellowship opens a powerful pathway for emerging changemakers committed to marine conservation and global ocean sustainability. Designed by the Sustainable Ocean Alliance (SOA), this prestigious program equips young leaders with the tools, networks, and visibility needed to drive meaningful change across ocean ecosystems worldwide. Through the Ocean Leaders Fellowship, participants strengthen leadership…

Across the globe, communities are facing unprecedented challenges. Climate change accelerates disasters, violent conflict destabilizes regions, and billions of people still live in poverty. While these crises vary in form, they share one truth: lasting solutions require bold, locally rooted leadership. Mountaintop International exists to meet this moment. By investing in the people closest to…

The Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP) has officially reopened its 2026 application portal, giving young Nigerian graduates another valuable chance to gain paid, structured work experience across both the public and private sectors. After previously announcing the closure of applications, the programme has now confirmed that eligible candidates can apply for the new cycle. As…

Truist Foundation Fellowship creates entrepreneurs who build solutions for underserved and underbanked communities often face limited access to capital, mentorship, and networks. Fortunately, programs like the Truist Foundation Fellowship exist to change that story. This fully funded fellowship equips small business owners, nonprofit founders, and social entrepreneurs with the tools they need to scale their…

If you’re passionate about public health evaluation and want to turn data into meaningful action, the CDC Evaluation Fellowship Program (EFP) could be your next big step. Designed for early- and mid-career professionals, this prestigious two-year fellowship enables fellows to develop practical evaluation skills while enhancing public health programs nationwide. In this blog, we’ll walk…

The Club of Rome Communications Fellowship Programme 2026 is now open for applications, offering a unique opportunity for early-career communications professionals to grow their skills while contributing to global sustainability dialogue. If you are passionate about systems thinking, storytelling, and impact-driven communication, this fellowship could be the right next step for you. The Communications Fellowship…

The She Leads African Food Futures (SHEAF) Fellowship provides African women professionals with a unique opportunity to strengthen their leadership in agrifood systems while advancing gender equality across the continent. Specifically designed for women working in food systems policy and practice, the fellowship supports changemakers who drive inclusive and sustainable agricultural and food solutions. If…

Application Deadline: 31 January 2026  The 2026 JSPS–UNU Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme, a prestigious and fully funded opportunity for early-career researchers to conduct advanced research in sustainability in Japan. Jointly organized by the United Nations University (UNU) and the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS), this fellowship supports highly qualified scholars, particularly from the…