Deadline: 5 January 2016.
Applications are open for WWF Prince Bernhard Scholarships 2016 for nature conservation. The aim of the WWF Prince Bernhard Scholarships is to provide financial support to individuals who wish to pursue short-term professional training or formal studies that will help them contribute more effectively to conservation efforts in their country.
Each scholarship empowers a dedicated conservationist to build his or her capacity. In turn, these people are in a position to share the benefits of their knowledge and skills with others and so spread the benefits.
The Prince Bernhard Scholarships are:
- Enabling – help people be more effective to achieve conservation
- Developmental – nurture scholars to become conservation leaders
- Multiplying – inspire graduates to train others
Award Information
The maximum amount for any one scholarship under this award scheme is Swiss Francs CHF 10,000.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be the nationals of Africa, Asia/Pacific, Latin America & Caribbean, Eastern Europe & Middle East.
- Applicants must be doing multiple-year studies if applying for support for the last year of studies.
- Applicants seeking to build skills in specific subjects that will enhance their contribution to nature conservation are highly encouraged.
- Priority is given to women and people working for non-governmental or community-based organizations.
- Applicants may be WWF staff or candidates working as partners with WWF.
- Application can be completed in English, French & Spanish language.
- Applicants must provide written proof of acceptance on a course.
How to Apply
Applicants must download the application form available on the website and sent the complete form to the nearest WWF or Associate Office.
For more information, please visit PBS Program 2016.
