Climate Policy Fellowship for Indigenous Youth – 2026 Cohort

Overview

The Re-Earth Initiative is offering a year-long Climate Policy Fellowship for Indigenous Youth, designed to build capacity and engage Indigenous youth in international climate negotiations through the UNFCCC process.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in regular virtual training sessions on negotiation literacy, policy analysis, advocacy strategy, and UNFCCC procedures.
• Engage in coordination meetings and collective strategy discussions with cohort members.
• Develop policy briefs and conduct thematic research.
• Participate in SB 64 (June 2026) and COP 31 (November 2026) for direct exposure to negotiation processes.

Requirements

• Aged 18–30 at the time of application.
• Self-identify as Indigenous and demonstrate a meaningful connection to their community.
• Prior engagement in climate justice, Indigenous rights, territorial defense, policy advocacy, or related work.
• Strong motivation to participate in international climate negotiations.
• Indicate a preferred thematic negotiation track (Mitigation, Article 6, Climate Adaptation, or Climate Finance).
• Submit a letter of recommendation from a community, movement, or organizational reference by 21 March 2026.

Benefits

The fellowship provides capacity-building, equips participants with knowledge, tools, and networks for global climate governance, and strengthens Indigenous representation in formal negotiation spaces.

Location

Global

How to Apply

Complete the online application form and submit a letter of recommendation by 21 March 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis from 2 March to 16 March 2026. Visit the official website to apply.

Deadline

16 March 2026