Women in Agriculture Leadership Program Fellowship 2026 | How to Apply

Women in Agriculture Leadership Program Fellowship

 A new Fellowship for African women scientists focusing on agriculture and climate resilience is now open for applications 

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The Women in Agriculture Leadership Program Fellowship is a career development initiative that seeks to strengthen the capability, confidence, and influence of African women scientists to lead and participate in climate-resilient agricultural research

The fellowship is applicable to African women agricultural scientists

In this post, the full details of the eligibility, benefits, timeline, and application procedure will be provided.


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Women in Agriculture Leadership Program Fellowship Abstract

  • Host: African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD)
  • Study Abroad: Study Abroad || Study-In-Australia
  • Location: Australia
  • Category: Fellowships
  • Benefits: Full Scholarship
    • Leadership and negotiation training
    • Mentoring partnerships with both mentors and mentees
    • Training on gender integration in climate adaptation
    • Science communication and publishing courses
    • Networking with agricultural and climate research experts
    • Collaboration with AWARD alumni and partner networks
  • Eligibility: All Countries
  • Deadline: April 26, 2026

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Women in Agriculture Leadership Program Fellowship Details

The Women in Agriculture Leadership Program Fellowship is a career development initiative that seeks to strengthen the capability, confidence, and influence of African women scientists to lead and participate in climate-resilient agricultural research.

The Fellowship combines leadership development, mentoring partnerships, and technical excellence to enhance the Fellows’ capabilities and position them as influential actors in agrifood systems. 

The Fellowship targets African women agricultural scientists working in National Agricultural Research Institutions (NARIs), government ministries, universities, and international research organizations from across six African countries, including Egypt, Morocco, Ghana, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, and Senegal. 

Applicants must demonstrate their experience in agriculture and climate-resilient research and their potential to influence and drive gender–responsive, climate-resilient, and transformative research. 

Applications will be reviewed against a set of criteria, and final selection decisions made by a panel of experts who will focus on the applicants’ ability to embody the full potential of the Program.

Women in Agriculture Leadership Program Fellowship Benefits

The Women in Agriculture Leadership Program Fellowship offers:

  • Direct expenses related to participation in official Fellowship events are covered.
  • Leadership and negotiation training
  • Mentoring partnerships with both mentors and mentees
  • Training on gender integration in climate adaptation
  • Science communication and publishing courses
  • Networking with agricultural and climate research experts
  • Collaboration with AWARD alumni and partner networks

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Women in Agriculture Leadership Program Fellowship Requirements

To be eligible for the Women in Agriculture Leadership Program Fellowship, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

  • Be African women scientists with a minimum of seven years of experience in agriculture, agrifood systems, gender, climate, including design, development, dissemination, implementation, and advocacy at national, regional and international levels. 
  • Have at least a master’s degree in a relevant discipline, which could include agriculture, agricultural economics, agricultural extension, natural resources, food science and nutrition, climate science, among others. 
  • Be nationals of target countries and residing in Africa. 

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  • Be nationals of target countries and residing in Africa. 
  • Clearly demonstrate their motivation and aspirations to influence gender-responsive, climate-resilient, and transformative research within their organizations and across agrifood systems. 
  • Be proficient in English or French

How To Apply for Women in Agriculture Leadership Program Fellowship

To apply for the Women in Agriculture Leadership Program Fellowship, follow the instructions we have outlined below; 

  • Read the information we have provided on this webpage and ensure your eligibility
  • Applications are strictly via the online portal.

Begin your application by clicking on the button below.

Deadline: April 26th, 2026


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