Deadline: 31 August 2024
Open to: Individuals between the ages of 20 to 35
Benefits: Join the ranks of the FFOP Fellowship Alumni Association that offers various opportunities
DESCRIPTION
The fellowship is a fully funded, week-long residential program at Duke University for the next generation of climate leaders. It offers an invaluable opportunity for young people to be a part of a rapidly growing network of faith-inspired climate actors.
Through expert lectures, interactive sessions, dialogues, and vocational training, fellows will learn to develop impactful faith-based climate action projects for their respective communities. The curriculum will be delivered by distinguished specialists in religious studies, climate change, cross-cultural and interfaith relations, media, and community work.
ELIGIBILITY
The fellowship seeks to attract 25 individuals, between the ages of 20 to 35. We aim to maintain an inclusive and diverse cohort with representation from different faiths, communities, abilities, genders, and sectors.
- Participants should fulfill the following eligibility criteria:
- Be between the ages of 20 to 35 (required)
- Have education, volunteer, and/or work experience relevant to the themes of the fellowship (environment, religion, community leadership, etc.)
- Have access to a local network (social, professional, religious, etc.) or a willingness to mobilize accessible local networks
- Have command of the English language
BENEFITS
As part of the program, our fellows will:
- Develop a comprehensive understanding and application of faith values—specifically on the natural environment and how this connection informs the ideas of leadership, justice, and community—in their climate leadership and community organization efforts
- Acquire an improved understanding of community dynamics to tailor interventions that resonate with multi-faith/multi-cultural contexts
- Refine communication skills to become articulate, empathetic influencers, adept at both listening and shaping public discourse, guiding community opinion, and engaging decision-makers effectively
- Cultivate leadership that embraces cultural and religious diversity, strengthening inclusivity, trust, and equity within their mobilization endeavors
- Initiate faith-based climate awareness and community-driven climate action projects
Upon completion of the program, the Fellows will join the ranks of the FFOP Fellowship Alumni Association, providing them with various opportunities to be part of FFOP’s regional events, as well as climate and interfaith campaigns.
Note: FFOP will cover the costs of participants’ air travel, visa fees, accommodation, and food. Any additional expenses will not be covered.
HOW TO APPLY?
All prospective candidates must fill out the application form.
For further information, please visit the official website.