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WWF Food Systems Fellowship

The World Wildlife Fund invites applications for its prestigious Food Systems Fellowship. Master’s and PhD students conducting research on sustainable food systems transformation can apply for up to $30,000 in funding annually.

Eligibility for the WWF Food Systems Fellowship is open to nationals of WWF-US priority countries, including nations across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Applicants must be pursuing or planning to pursue a master’s or PhD degree, with research focused on food systems and their transformation at the national level. The fellowship is designed for individuals who demonstrate strong leadership potential and a commitment to advancing sustainable food systems.

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The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is a leading global conservation organization dedicated to protecting the world’s most vulnerable species, ecosystems, and natural resources. Founded in 1961, WWF works in over 100 countries to address critical environmental challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and the degradation of habitats. Its mission is to create a world where both people and nature thrive, focusing on sustainable solutions to conserve wildlife and protect the planet’s biodiversity.

Brief Description

  • University or Organization: World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
  • Department: Russell E. Train Education for Nature Program (EFN)
  • Course Level: Graduate-level (Master’s and PhD)
  • Award: Up to $30,000 per year for a maximum of two years
  • Access Mode: Online
  • Number of Awards: Varies
  • Nationality: Nationals of WWF-US priority countries
  • The award can be taken in: Any country

Eligibility

  • Eligible Countries: Belize, Bhutan, Bolivia, Brazil, Cambodia, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chile, Colombia, Dem. Republic of Congo, Ecuador, Fiji, French Guiana, Gabon, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Indonesia, Kenya, Laos, Madagascar, Malaysia, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nepal, Paraguay, Peru, Republic of Congo, Suriname, Tanzania, Uganda, Vietnam, Zambia.
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for any research related to food systems and their transformation at the national level.
  • Admissible Criteria:
    • Applicants must be nationals of eligible countries.
    • Must be pursuing or planning to pursue a master’s or PhD degree.
    • Research must focus on food systems, specifically aiming to catalyze transformation at the national level.

How to Apply

  • Submit an online application by December 18, 2024, at 11:59 PM US Eastern Time.
  • Applicants can apply for up to two years of funding.
  • Further details and application form can be accessed through the WWF website.

Benefits

  • Financial support up to $30,000 per year.
  • Fellowship offers the opportunity to join the global EFN alumni network for collaboration and knowledge exchange.

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