Russell E. Train Fellowships support individuals pursuing a master’s or doctoral degree in conservation. Each year, WWF supports committed conservationists from target countries to receive financial support for their studies and field research. Applicants can apply to attend any university around the world and must return to their home countries to work in conservation for at least two years after completing their degree.
ELIGIBILITY
In order to apply, applicants must:
- Be a citizen and legal permanent resident of an eligible country.
- Have at least two years of conservation-related work or research experience.
- Have a demonstrated commitment to working in conservation in an eligible country.
- Be enrolled in, admitted to, or have applied to a master’s or PhD program anywhere in the world.You must plan to begin your studies no later than January 2018.
- Commit to working for at least two years in your home country after the completion of your degree.
- have received a Train Fellowship or Scholarship in the past. Professional Development Grant recipients are eligible to apply.
- Notify EFN if you are a WWF employee, consultant, or previous EFN grant recipient.
DEADLINE: March 1 2017
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