Deadline- 1 September 2013
Russell E. Train Education for Nature Program is accepting applications for Professional Development Grants for Women in the Congo Basin. The goal of this program is to support short-term non-degree training that enhances skills necessary for effective conservation work and career advancement. The grant covers training costs up to US$5,000.
Eligibility & Criteria-
- Applicant must be a citizen and permanent resident of Cameroon, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo, Gabon, or Republic of Congo. Ex-patriots from outside the region will not be eligible regardless of legal status.
- Applicant must be a woman currently employed in conservation at a government agency, protected area, NGO, or educational institution.
- Applicant must have at least 6 months work experience in conservation.
- Applicant must have identified and applied to attend a training course relevant to her work. Conference attendance will not be supported under this initiative.
- Proposed training must be completed within 6 months and must not lead to an academic degree. Individuals currently enrolled in an academic degree program are not eligible.
- Applicant must have support of her supervisor with a guarantee that she will return to her position upon completing training.
- Applicants who have not received funding from EFN in the last 3 years with be given preference.
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