Dear network,
In light of the preparations for the One Ocean Science Congress and UNOC in Nice, France, this June, and many questions that we receive regarding funding support, we have compiled this list of available funding opportunities. Please share widely so that more youth and ECOPs are able to participate in these important conferences this year!
1.???????? Name: IOCAFRICA Travel Grants for African ECOPs to attend One Ocean Science Congress from 3-6 June & 2025 UN Ocean Conference from 9-13 June in Nice, France.
?? For whom: ECOPs in Africa
??? Deadline: March 31.
?? Link: https://lnkd.in/e-WwGdRS
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2.???????? Name: Our Shared Ocean – Mobility and Travel Grants 2025
?? For whom: primarily aimed towards the Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in the Caribbean, Pacific and AIMS (Africa, Indian Ocean, Mediterranean and South China Sea).
??? Nearest deadline: February 28.
Following deadlines: April 11, June 13, September 5, November 7 (for events up to 31st March 2026).
?? Link: https://lnkd.in/gJqYVEfT
?? Note: Applicants cannot receive more than two awards in any calendar year. Awards are payable to organisations only. Applications are capped at max three applications per Organisation per event. Applications must be submitted one month in advance of the event. Applications may be submitted for events taking place up to 31st March 2026.
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3.???????? Name: The Ocean Leaders Fellowship program (OLF), developed by Sustainable Ocean Alliance in partnership with Dona Bertarelli Philanthropy.
?? For whom: 18–35 years old as of March 1, 2025. 40 selected Fellows will be given the opportunity to develop critical skills as leaders in the ocean sector. The program curriculum includes skill development workshops, expert mentorship, collaboration opportunities with peers, and attendance at the 2025 Our Ocean Youth Leadership Summit and UN Ocean Conference.
??? Deadline: February 23.
?? Link: https://lnkd.in/dGsKC-ie
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4.???????? Name: Future Earth Inclusivity and Diversity Participation Funding
?? For whom: early-career researchers and researchers in low to middle income countries to support them with travel, registration, and/or participation expenses.
??? Deadline: at least 90 days before the start date of the program or event.
?? Link: ?https://lnkd.in/ei-fNyUj
?? Note: you need to be a member of one of the ECR networks of Future Earth (ECR NoN). Please ask your youth network for guidance.
