With a BSc in Environment, Economics and Ecology, Sarah has long been fascinated with the challenge of balancing human needs and environmental protection.
The Conservation Leadership Programme (CLP) is now accepting applications for the 2016 Conservation Team Awards, which offer significant funding and support for budding conservationists working on pressing conservation issues.
The awards consist of three levels:
The application deadline for ALL award levels is 7 December 2015; however please note that those applying for Conservation Follow-Up and Conservation Leadership Awards must submit a Logical Framework and the Final Report of their previous CLP project by 26 October 2015. If satisfactory, the team will be invited to submit a full proposal by the 7 December deadline.
In 2016, CLP is only able to accept proposals for projects that will be implemented in the following countries: Algeria, Angola, Azerbaijan, Brazil, China, Egypt, Georgia, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Kuwait, Libya, Malaysia, Mexico, Mozambique, Oman, South Africa, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and Vietnam.
Please visit the CLP website for detailed eligibility criteria, guidelines and application form.
Award winners will be announced in April 2016.
CLP is a partnership between Fauna & Flora International, BirdLife International and the Wildlife Conservation Society and aims to advance biodiversity conservation globally by building the leadership capabilities of early-career conservation professionals working in areas of high conservation priority where there is limited capacity to address environmental issues.
If you have additional questions or need advice, please email [email protected].