Secure £10,000+ for Conservation: Apply for ZSL’s 2026 EDGE Fellowship

The Zoological Society of London (ZSL) invites emerging conservationists to apply for the 2026 EDGE Fellowship, a 28-month programme empowering future leaders to protect Evolutionarily Distinct and Globally Endangered (EDGE) species. Applications are now open for this transformative opportunity.

Programme Overview

The EDGE Fellowship equips fellows to lead a two-year conservation project targeting a threatened EDGE species. Key features include:

• Financial Support: A minimum grant of £10,000, with flexibility to manage funds and guidance on securing additional resources.

• Training: Six weeks of in-person training in the UK, comprising a four-week Conservation Tools Course and a two-week Conservation Impact Course.

• Mentorship: Ongoing expert guidance and access to ZSL’s professional network.

• Focus: Projects outside G10 nations, the EU, Australia, New Zealand, and South Korea are prioritised.

Eligibility

The fellowship welcomes global applicants passionate about conservation, particularly early-career professionals from regions with high biodiversity and limited resources. No specific academic qualifications are required—dedication to EDGE species conservation is paramount.

Why Apply?

This fellowship offers a rare platform to:

• Drive impactful conservation for critically endangered species.

• Develop leadership and technical skills through world-class training.

• Join a global network of conservationists for long-term career growth.

Application Details

Deadline: 21 July 2025
Submit your application via the official ZSL portal.

Link: https://www.edgeofexistence.org/edge-fellowship-2026/#:~:text=The%20EDGE%20Fellowship%202026%20is,Evolutionarily%20Distinct%20and%20Globally%20Endangered