These grants support short-term non-degree training that enhances skills necessary for effective conservation work and career advancement.

The grant covers training costs up to US$5,000.

Professional Development Grants for Women – Application Criteria

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for a professional development grant.

• Applicant must be a citizen and permanent resident of Cameroon, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo, Gabon, or Republic of Congo. Ex-patriots from outside the region will not be eligible regardless of legal status.
• Applicant must be a woman currently employed in conservation at a government agency, protected area, NGO, or educational institution.
• Applicant must have at least 6 months work experience in conservation.
• Applicant must have identified and applied to attend a training course relevant to her work. Conference attendance will not be supported under this initiative.
• Proposed training must be completed within 6 months and must not lead to an academic degree.Individuals currently enrolled in an academic degree program are not eligible.
• Applicant must have support of her supervisor with a guarantee that she will return to her position upon completing training.
• Applicants who have not received funding from EFN in the last 3 years with be given preference.

Professional Development Grants for Women – Application Deadlines

• 1st Deadline: September 1.
• 2nd Deadline: November 15.

Please submit your application at least 3 months before your proposed training program start date.

For more scholarship information and application details, see: Professional Development Grants for Women