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The Yale Emerging Climate Leaders Fellowship 2026 is a fully funded five-month professional program hosted by Yale University’s International Leadership Centre (ILC) under the Jackson School of Global Affairs. It equips 16 emerging clean-energy and climate leaders from the Global South with technical knowledge, global networks, and leadership skills to drive climate solutions locally and internationally.
Yale Emerging Climate Leader Fellowship 2026 Overview
- Program Name: Yale Emerging Climate Leaders Fellowship 2026
- Host Countries: USA (New Haven, CT) & France (Paris)
- Organizer: Yale ILC, Jackson School of Global Affairs
- Fellowship Duration: 5 months (Feb–June 2026)
- Cohort Size: 16 fellows from the Global South
- Application Deadline: August 1, 2025
Also Read: Fully Funded KAPSARC Graduate Development Program 2025
Eligible Countries
All participants must be nationals and active professionals from Global South regions, including:
- Africa
- Asia
- Middle East
- Latin America & Caribbean
Program Structure
Yale’s immersive fellowship includes:
- Orientation Week – In-person at Yale (Feb 16–20, 2026)
- Remote Learning Journeys – Inter-active sessions with global experts (March–June 2026)
- Paris Closing Week – In-person (June 15–19, 2026) with networking and policy presentations
Fellowship Benefits
- Fully funded travel (Yale orientation & Paris closing legs)
- Accommodation, local transport, and per diem covered
- Access to Yale faculty and global clean‑energy practitioners (IEA, OECD)
- Networking opportunities with government, private-sector, and civil-society leaders
Eligibility Criteria
- Be professionals with 5–10 years of experience in climate, clean energy, policy, business, media, or civil society
- Represent emerging/developing countries in Africa, Asia, Middle East, or Latin America & Caribbean
- Exhibit strong English fluency
- Commit fully to both in‑person sessions and remote components
- Demonstrate leadership potential and proven impact in the climate space
Required Documents
- Résumé/CV (max 3 pages)
- Personal statement (up to 600 words)
- One Letter of Recommendation
- Optional video introduction
- No application fee
Application Process
- Apply online via Yale’s Climate Fellows portal
- Upload all required documents
- Complete optional video statement
- Wait for selection, then prepare for orientation & program participation
Timeline
Application Deadline: August 1, 2025
Yale Orientation Week: February 16-20, 2026
Remote Sessions: March-June, 2026
Paris Closing Week: June 15-19, 2026
