๐ŸŒ Join the 2026 EnPAx Conference Fellows Program in Canada โ€“ Empowering the Next Generation of Environmental Peacebuilders! ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ

๐ŸŒ Join the 2026 EnPAx Conference Fellows Program in Canada โ€“ Empowering the Next Generation of Environmental Peacebuilders! ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ

โœจ Program Overview

The Environmental Peacebuilding Association (EnPAx) invites emerging professionals, students, and early-career practitioners to apply for the 2026 Conference Fellows Program โ€” a transformative opportunity combining capacity development, mentorship, and financial support to attend the Fourth International Conference on Environmental Peacebuilding in Ottawa, Canada. ๐ŸŒฟ

This program provides training, networking, and publication opportunities for those committed to advancing peace and sustainability through environmental action. Fellows will learn from world-renowned experts, collaborate on research, and present their work at one of the most prestigious gatherings in the field.

๐Ÿ’ก What the Program Offers

  • ๐ŸŒŽย Online learning & workshopsย from Januaryโ€“July 2026
    โ€“ Roundtables, case studies & skills training on writing and policy impact
  • ๐ŸŽ“ย In-person intensive trainingย inย Ottawa, June 2026
    โ€“ Focused on community organizing, project management & peacebuilding tools
  • ๐Ÿ’ฌย Conference participation
    โ€“ Fellows will attend theย Fourth International Conference on Environmental Peacebuilding, present work, and join networking events
  • ๐Ÿงฉย Mentored publication
    โ€“ Write and publish short policy-relevant articles with expert guidance

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Program Timeline

Online Sessions (Januaryโ€“July 2026)
โ€ข January: Launch Event โ€“ Overview of Environmental Peacebuilding
โ€ข February: Roundtable with a High-Profile Scholar
โ€ข March: Case Study Workshop
โ€ข April: Internal Dialogue on Key Themes
โ€ข May: Writing for Policy Audiences Workshop
โ€ข July: Publication Preparation & Debrief

In-Person Intensive (June 2026, University of Ottawa)
Hands-on workshops covering:
โ€ข Community organizing frameworks
โ€ข Conflict analysis & adaptive management
โ€ข Nature-based solutions and participatory design
โ€ข Inclusive monitoring, evaluation, and everyday peace indicators
โ€ข Engagement in cultural & Indigenous learning experiences

Conference Participation (17โ€“19 June 2026)
Fellows will take part in the Fourth International Conference on Environmental Peacebuilding, followed by networking events and a Fellowsโ€™ Farewell Dinner.

๐Ÿ‘ค Eligibility Criteria

To apply, you must:

  • Be anย emerging professionalย (student, early-career researcher, or practitioner) in environmental peacebuilding or related fields
  • Hold aย valid passportย and be able to travel to Canada in June 2026
  • Commit toย full-time participationย from 12โ€“19 June 2026 (approx. 12 hours/day)
  • Be available forย follow-up work in July 2026

๐Ÿ’ฐ Financial Support

The program provides partial or full financial support to enable participation in the Ottawa conference and related activities. Visa assistance is offered by EnPAx and the University of Ottawa.

๐Ÿ“จ Application Details

Complete the official online form to be considered:
https://forms.gle/vKycR1Ed1ieGc81K6

Application Deadline: 15 November 2025

Questions? Contact Dr. Becca Farnum at: becca.environmentalpeace@gmail.com