The Conservation Leadership Programme offers
Future Conservationist Awards of up to $15,000 to high potential teams
who aim to develop their skills through practical conservation projects.
These awards are highly competitive and winners are selected from among
the best quality applications.
Successful
applicants will: 1.) develop the knowledge, skills and experience of
team members; 2.) implement a focused, high-priority conservation
project combining research and action; 3.) contribute to the long-term
success of local conservation efforts; and 4.) contribute to the
education and awareness of local stakeholders.
As
part of the award, one member from each team is selected to represent
their project at an international training course presented by the CLP.
The course is aimed at developing innovative project management,
education, facilitation and communication skills. Additionally,
participants have the opportunity to share their experience and build a
global network.
On top of this, winning teams
are able to access expertise from within each of the four conservation
partner organizations and via our Alumni Network that includes past
award winners. Programme staff are also available to help with the
implementation of projects, including guidance required during the
planning and team training stages.
Award
applicants are strongly encouraged to contact a member of the programme
staff well before the application deadline for advice or input on your
proposal. Staff members can help teams determine if their project fits
within the specified criteria, offer advice on methods and project
activities, and put teams in touch with local partner offices or other
experts who can offer advice.
How to Apply:
- Take our Eligibility Quiz now to learn if your project fits our award criteria.
- Download and carefully read the Guidelines for Applicants
. - Download the Future Conservationist Application Form and complete off-line.
- Upload the information in your application form to our Online Application Site. *Note: ALL applications must be submitted online.
- The deadline for proposal submission is November 18th, 2011 and award winners will be announced in April 2012.
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