Caribbean Climate Leaders Fellowship 2026: Fully-Funded Opportunity for Emerging Professionals

The Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (CCCCC), supported by the Caribbean Development Bank, has launched the **Caribbean Climate Leaders Fellowship 2026**, a fully-funded professional development program. This initiative will select two emerging Caribbean professionals to join the CCCCC delegation at the **COP31 climate conference** in Antalya, Türkiye. The fellowship aims to equip young leaders with firsthand experience in global climate negotiations while advancing the Caribbean’s climate agenda. ## **Fellowship Benefits and Support** Selected fellows will receive comprehensive support, including: - **Economy airfare** from their home country to Antalya, Türkiye. - **Hotel accommodation** for the duration of the conference. - A **daily allowance** to cover meals and incidental expenses. - **Official observer accreditation** through the CCCCC delegation. - **Mentorship** from experienced members of the CCCCC delegation before, during, and after COP31. - **Pre-COP preparation**, role definition, and post-conference knowledge-sharing activities. The fellowship is designed to provide meaningful exposure to the **UNFCCC process**, the CCCCC’s regional coordinating role, and CARICOM’s climate priorities while allowing fellows to contribute actively to the region’s COP31 program. ## **Eligibility and Application Process** The fellowship is open to Caribbean nationals aged **18 to 30** who are early-career, mid-career, or emerging professionals with a strong interest in **climate change and sustainable development**. Applicants must be: - Currently enrolled in tertiary education, employed, or actively involved in: - Youth organisations - Non-governmental organisations - Community-based organisations - Private-sector organisations - Public-sector institutions; or - Other organisations working in climate, development, or public engagement. Applications will be evaluated based on: - **Commitment to the Caribbean’s climate agenda** - **Potential professional value** of the fellowship - **Quality of the proposed institutional knowledge-transfer plan** - **Strength of the applicant’s climate-literacy contribution** - **Ability to communicate climate information effectively** - **Potential for impact beyond COP31** Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview with a CCCCC selection panel. ### **Application Requirements** Applicants must submit: - A **CV** outlining education, professional experience, volunteer involvement, climate-related work, and relevant skills. - A **1,200-1,500-word written application** addressing: 1. **Professional development**: How the fellowship will support career growth, skills, and knowledge. 2. **Institutional impact**: A plan for sharing insights and networks with colleagues or communities. 3. **Caribbean climate literacy**: How participation will enhance public understanding of climate issues. A supporting statement from the applicant’s institution or organisation is encouraged. The **application deadline is August 21, 2026**. For more details, visit the [Caribbean Climate Leaders Fellowship](https://opportunitydesk.org/2026/08/15/caribbean-climate-leaders-fellowship-2026/) page.