Global Environment Facility reposted this
The Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund is proud to launch the Global Field Grants as part of the Fonseca Leadership Program, supported by the Global Environment Facility (GEF). With a $1.5 million commitment over three years, this partnership aims to support young conservationists worldwide. The GEF, a multilateral family of funds addressing biodiversity loss, climate change, and pollution, and supporting land and ocean health, initiated the Gustavo Fonseca Youth Leadership Program to honour the late Gustavo Fonseca, former GEF Director of Programs. Through this program, the Global Field Grants will provide $500,000 annually via the MBZ Fund’s online application system to support young conservationists in developing nations. The MBZ Fund focuses on enabling impactful field conservation projects globally. “Recognizing that people drive these efforts, our commitment goes beyond funding. We focus on supporting early-career conservationists. Over the past 15 years, we have supported 63% first-time recipients,” said Nicolas Heard, Acting Director General of the MBZ Fund. “This partnership aims to empower young people from developing countries, amplifying their voices and enhancing their participation in environmental research and policy. The GEF is dedicated to investing in the next generation, who will play pivotal roles in environmental governance and stewardship”, said Carlos Manuel Rodriguez, CEO and Chairperson of the GEF. For more information or to apply, visit https://lnkd.in/dN4RrYgF. #MBZFund #GEF #conservation #family #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #partnership #younconservationists #future #leaders #conservationchampions
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Conservation Ecologist| Ornithology and Herpetology| Marion Pavior Global Conservation Award winner 2023 | Peregrine Fund research grant recipient 2023| Member of the Vulture taskforce-Uganda
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