Call For Applications: UN SDSN Climate Actors Accelerator Program 2024: (Deadline 26 February, 2024)

The United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network Nigeria (UN SDSN Nigeria) recognizes the significant threat of climate change and its consequences as a result of the triple planetary emergency – which includes the rising global temperatures, habitat loss leading to the extinction of species, and ongoing pollution of air, land, and water.

Climate Actors Accelerator Programme (CAAP) is specifically designed for young innovators and change-makers between the ages of 18 and 35, who are passionate about proffering solutions to the global climate crisis, thus creating a liveable environment toward a net-zero future. This knowledge-sharing and innovation programme offers a comprehensive approach to creating a sustainable future through advanced training, bootcamp, environmental campaigns, clean-up efforts, tree-planting activities, ecological tours and innovative thinking.

About United Nations

The English language component of the Indigenous Fellowship Programme (IFP) was established in 1997. It takes place at the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva, Switzerland and lasts for 4 weeks, usually coinciding with the annual meeting of the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (EMRIP). The objective of this training programme is to enhance the knowledge of indigenous peoples on existing international human rights instruments and mechanisms, so they can use them to more effectively advocate for the rights of their communities ….

UN SDSN Climate Actors Accelerator Program

Aim and Benefits of UN SDSN Climate Actors Accelerator Program

• Access to Funding Opportunities
• One on One Mentorship
• Networking
• Leadership and Career Development
• Ecological Tour and Trips
• Access to International Trainings and Workshops
• Certification

Requirements for UN SDSN Climate Actors Accelerator Program Qualification

To participate in this program, please note the following criteria before proceeding with your application:

• Applicant must be Nigerian, and between the ages of 18 – 35 years.
• Ability to commit at least 4 hours per week throughout the programme.
• Availability to partake in Masterclass sessions, Climate Education, and Community Development Projects.
• Interested in being a development and transformation agent.

Application Deadline

26 February, 2024

How to Apply

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