Call for Applications: 2026 Whitley Awards – Supporting Conservation Leaders in the Global South

Applications are now open for the 2026 Whitley Awards, a highly regarded annual programme run by the Whitley Fund for Nature (WFN) to honor and back outstanding grassroots conservation leaders from the Global South. The awards celebrate individuals who blend scientific expertise, leadership, and community involvement to safeguard biodiversity and drive lasting environmental change within their own countries.