Conservation International is currently accepting applications for the International Blue Carbon Institute (IBCI) Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Conservation International - International Blue Carbon Institute Fellowship Program
The International Blue Carbon Institute (IBCI) Fellowship program, hosted by Conservation International, advances the conservation, restoration, and protection of blue carbon ecosystems for their climate mitigation and adaptation benefits. Serving as a global hub translating cutting-edge science into actionable tools and policy, IBCI supports innovative research, capacity building, and multidisciplinary collaboration. In the 2026 cycle, one fellow will be selected for a two-year program spanning scientific research, social sciences, community engagement, policy, communications, or conservation finance across coastal ecosystems including mangroves, salt marshes, seagrasses, and kelp forests.
Benefits of Conservation International - International Blue Carbon Institute Fellowship Program
- A grant of USD 60,000 distributed over two years to fund new initiatives or supplement existing research
- Coverage for research costs including laboratory study travel, equipment purchases, field assistants, and publication fees
- Potential travel funding to attend annual International Blue Carbon Scientific Working Group meetings convened by the Blue Carbon Initiative and Conservation International
- Access to a global network of blue carbon professionals, current fellows, and program alumni
- Opportunities for laboratory exchange, collaborative research, and skill enhancement training such as science communications
Conservation International - International Blue Carbon Institute Fellowship Program Requirements
- Open to blue carbon scientists and practitioners who have surpassed early-career stages, holding advanced Master's or PhD degrees
- Minimum of 5 years of verified expertise actively engaged in pioneering research, publishing papers, or mentoring
- Demonstrated commitment to the protection, conservation, and restoration of blue carbon ecosystems (e.g., mangroves, salt marshes, seagrasses, kelp forests)
- Projects may encompass natural sciences, social sciences, community engagement, policy and law, communications, or conservation finance
- Open to applicants from all regions globally, with strong encouragement for researchers and practitioners from the Global South (particularly Africa for this cycle)
Application Date and Process
- Download the official IBCI Fellowship Application Form and detailed Budget Sheet templates from the program page
- Prepare your CV and secure an official proof of employment or letter of institutional support
- Complete the application form and budget template according to your proposed project activities
- Upload all required application files via the designated Microsoft OneDrive submission link prior to the deadline
- Attend an interview with the IBCI Fellowship Selection Committee if shortlisted
Application Deadline
23 November, 2026
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