EDGE of Existence Fellowships 2027/2029 for early-career Conservation Leaders (GBP 15,000 grant)

Application Deadline: 10 June 2026.

Applications are now open for the 2027/2029 EDGE of Existence Fellowships. The EDGE Fellowship supports early-career conservationists working to protect some of the world’s most evolutionarily distinct and globally threatened species. Through training, mentorship, funding and ongoing technical support, the Fellowship helps emerging conservation leaders develop and deliver locally led conservation projects for EDGE species.

The 28-month Fellowship equips participants with the skills, resources, and networks needed to deliver impactful conservation for Evolutionarily Distinct and Globally Endangered (EDGE) species. More than just a training programme, the EDGE Fellowship is an immersive leadership experience. It empowers emerging conservationists to take on leadership roles in their countries and regions. The fellowship is carefully designed to build real-world conservation skills: from designing and managing projects and budgets to communicating science, engaging communities, and implementing lasting conservation strategies.

Requirements

The EDGE fellowship is looking for early-career conservationists who:

• are committed to leading conservation action for an eligible EDGE species;
• are nationals or long-term residents of the country where the project will take place with strong links to the specific region or landscape;
• can demonstrate the local conservation need for their proposed work;
• are ready to take part in training, mentoring and peer learning as part of the Fellowship;
• want to become part of a global network of EDGE Fellows working to protect extraordinary and overlooked species.

Benefits

The EDGE Fellowship is 28-months long and each EDGE Fellow can expect:

• Six-weeks of training in-person
• Support to develop a comprehensive project plan
• A grant of GBP 15,000 for project implementation
• Wraparound mentorship and professional development opportunities

Application Timeline

Application timeline

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the EDGE of Existence Fellowships