Location: Yale University (USA) and Paris (France)
Program Dates:
- Yale University: February 16–20, 2026
- Paris: June 15–19, 2026
Deadline to Apply: August 1, 2025
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Application Fee: None
Number of Fellows: 16
The Yale Emerging Climate Leaders Fellowship is a prestigious five-month program hosted by the Yale Jackson School of Global Affairs. Designed to empower professionals from the Global South, the fellowship focuses on building a global network of next-generation leaders working to promote clean energy and climate solutions.
The fellowship includes two fully funded, in-person sessions—one at Yale University in the United States and the other in Paris, France—along with virtual engagements in between.
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Nationality: Be a citizen of a developing country in the Global South (Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, or the Caribbean)
- Language: Fluent in English
- Experience: Have 5 to 10 years of relevant professional experience with a strong record of achievement
- Age: No age limit
- Participation: Must commit to attending all virtual sessions and both in-person sessions
- Eligible Fields: Public service, civil society, energy, law, finance, research, education, journalism, entrepreneurship, and policymaking
Benefits:
The fellowship is fully funded and covers:
- Round-trip airfare to both the United States (Yale) and France (Paris)
- Accommodation in both countries
- Airport transfers
- A daily stipend for meals and incidentals
This fellowship offers a unique platform for participants to enhance their technical knowledge, expand their global network, and collaborate with leading climate experts and professionals worldwide.
For further details, please see the program’s website.
