Climate Action and Disaster Risk Reduction Fellowship Program

As climate challenges and disaster risks escalate in the region, this hybrid fellowship stands as a bold call to action for youth-driven solutions. Through immersive learning, real-world innovation labs, and hands-on community engagement, the program equips young leaders with the tools and resources to build a resilient, sustainable future.

Purpose

• To equip and empower youth from the Arab States with the knowledge, skills, and support to drive climate action and disaster resilience through an innovative, experiential, and community-driven program.

Objectives

• Train 150-200 youth in project management and climate initiatives.
• Achieve an 85% satisfaction rate from participants.
• Collaborate with 10+ organizations for diverse insights and experiences.

Benefits

• Four dynamic phases: Foundational Learning, Innovation Living Lab, Hackathon for Climate Solutions, and Sustainable Impact through Funding.
• Expert-led sessions blending online learning and interactive workshops.
• Real-world innovation guided by human-centered design and community collaboration.
• Mentorship, funding, and long-term support for promising initiatives.
• Opportunities for youth-led organizations and young expert mentors to contribute and collaborate.

Eligibility Criteria

• Individual Applications
  • Open to young leaders who:
    • Are aged 18 to 30 years
    • Reside in any Arab State
    • Have a strong interest or experience in climate action, disaster risk reduction (DRR), or community development
    • Come from diverse fields including environmental science, technology, business, engineering, and social sciences
    • Demonstrate motivation to address climate challenges in their communities
    • Possess or are willing to develop skills in project management, innovation, and community engagement
    • Special consideration will be given to applicants from regions highly vulnerable to climate change or disasters.
• Team Applications
  • Open to:
    • Youth-led NGOs, student groups, social enterprises, or informal collectives
    • Teams proposing original ideas at the intersection of climate action and DRR
    • Groups not currently receiving support from any existing grants or fellowships
    • Each team must designate a primary applicant who meets the individual criteria

For more information, visit Climatic Peace.