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Deadline: November 19, 2025
The King’s Commonwealth Fellowship Programme invites applications for the Climate Resilience Fellowships for Small Island Developing States (SIDS) — a fully funded professional development opportunity aimed at empowering mid-career leaders tackling climate change challenges.
Hosted by King’s College London, this fellowship focuses on building the capacity of professionals from SIDS to address climate vulnerability, sustainable adaptation, and resilience strategies within their home countries. Fellows will engage in research, training, and policy dialogues with leading academics, government representatives, and international organizations.
This initiative supports the Commonwealth’s commitment to climate action, offering a platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and leadership development among those at the forefront of climate resilience work.
Benefits
- Fully funded fellowship covering travel, accommodation, and subsistence expenses.
- Opportunity to study and collaborate at King’s College London, a globally renowned research institution.
- Access to world-class mentors and experts in climate science, sustainability, and resilience.
- Fellows will engage in policy workshops, seminars, and networking events to strengthen their professional impact.
- Membership in the King’s Commonwealth Alumni Network, connecting fellows to a global community of changemakers.
- Opportunity to develop innovative solutions and policy recommendations for climate resilience in SIDS.
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Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a citizen of a Commonwealth Small Island Developing State (SIDS).
- Be a mid-career professional (typically 5–10 years of experience) in fields related to climate change, sustainability, or development.
- Hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.
- Demonstrate leadership potential and a strong commitment to climate resilience work in their home country.
- Have proficiency in English (spoken and written).
- Be able to commit fully to the fellowship programme duration in the UK.
Application Process and Documents Required
Applications for the KCFP Climate Resilience Fellowships are now open. The deadline to apply is 13:00 UTC on Wednesday 19 November 2025.
- If you work at an ACU member university, apply directly here.
- If you are not an employee of an ACU member university, you’ll need to create a MyACU account before applying and then apply here.
