Whitley Awards 2026 for Mid-Career Conservationists in the Global South (£40,000 Grant)

Deadline: October 31, 2025

The Whitley Awards 2026, organized by the Whitley Fund for Nature (WFN), is a prestigious annual award recognizing outstanding mid-career conservation leaders in the Global South. Winners receive funding, training, and global visibility to scale their conservation projects. With a focus on locally-led initiatives, the awards aim to empower dedicated conservationists addressing pressing environmental challenges in their home countries.

Each year, up to £40,000 is awarded to projects demonstrating measurable conservation impact, innovation, and community involvement. The Whitley Awards 2026 program emphasizes capacity building, networking, and amplifying the voices of grassroots environmental champions.

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Benefits

• £40,000 project grant to fund conservation work.
• International recognition and credibility through the Whitley Awards platform.
• Access to WFN’s global network of conservation experts, mentors, and past awardees.
• Training in media engagement, project management, and leadership.
• Opportunities to secure further funding and collaborations.
• Exposure through global media coverage, increasing visibility and support.

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Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be mid-career conservationists with a proven track record of impactful work.
• Be nationals of a country in the Global South (developing or emerging economies).
• Lead locally-based projects that involve and benefit local communities.
• Demonstrate measurable conservation success over at least five years.
• Be able to communicate their work effectively in English (written and spoken).

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Application Process and Documents Required

1. Online application via the Whitley Fund for Nature website.
2. Submission of:
   • Completed application form.
   • Detailed project proposal.
   • Budget breakdown for the £40,000 grant.
   • Proof of past conservation impact (reports, publications, media).
   • Two letters of recommendation.
3. Shortlisted candidates will undergo interviews and media training before final selection.

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Deadline: Submit your application by 31st October 2025.

To Apply: Click here
Official Website: Click here