Overview

One of the most effective ways in which the EDGE of Existence programme is working to secure the future of EDGE species is by helping to build conservation capacity in regions in which they occur. This is achieved though awarding two-year Fellowships to future conservation leaders (“EDGE Fellows”) working on poorly-known EDGE species.

The EDGE Fellows programme aims to create a new global network of in-country conservationists trained in cutting-edge wildlife management techniques and well-equipped to design and implement a project for a local EDGE species.

The application period for the 2017 cycle of EDGE Fellowships is NOW OPEN. Deadline: 17:00 (GMT), 16th June 2017

The EDGE Fellowship follows a comprehensive two-year training programme designed to equip them with the tools to become successful conservation leaders.

The programme comprises:

  • A 4-week Conservation Tools training course at the beginning of the programme to provide Fellows with essential training in techniques to plan and implement their project (click here to view a slideshow of the 2016 training course in Madagascar);
  • A grant to undertake a 2-year project on a top priority EDGE species;
  • Ongoing technical support/mentoring (achieved via online modules, web-based tutorials/seminars, and field visits) throughout the Fellowship;
  • A 2-week Conservation Leadership training course in London on successful completion of Fellowship to help Fellows prepare for the next stage of their career. (Click here to watch a video on the course)

 

Since 2007, the Programme has supported 68 EDGE Fellows, across 36 countries, focussing on 63 EDGE species. EDGE has helped Fellows to achieve some impressive conservation successes from large scale habitat restoration to leading national conservation strategies and even discovering new species.

If you would like to have more information about the EDGE Fellows Programme, please download the information sheet.

Click here if you are interested in applying for an Fellowship

The application period for the 2017 cycle of EDGE Fellowships is NOW OPEN. Deadline: 17:00 (GMT), 16th June 2017

Don’t hesitate to email the EDGE team on (fellows@edgeofexistence.org) if you have any queries.

ZSL’s EDGE of Existence Programme is kindly supported by Fondation Segré, investing in the next generation of conservation leaders.