The Earthshot Prize Youth Programme: A Climate Leadership Platform for Young African Leaders(Fully-funded to South Africa)

A Climate Leadership Platform for Young African Leaders | 3-7 November 2024 | Cape Town

Overview
The Earthshot Prize Youth Programme is a unique five-day, in-person event designed to empower young professionals and students aged 18-35 across Africa. Hosted in Cape Town from 3-7 November 2024, this fully funded programme offers participants the chance to enhance their leadership skills and engage with the global environmental movement. All costs, including meals, accommodation, local transport, and return flights within Africa, are covered.

As the next generation of environmental stewards, the programme aims to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and networks to drive impactful climate action. By attending, you’ll gain key tools such as authentic leadership, storytelling, and networking to amplify your role in climate sustainability.

What to Expect
Over the course of five days, you’ll dive into workshops, panels, and immersive learning experiences. Highlights include:

• Self-discovery and learning: Align your personal mission with impactful environmental change.
• Leadership and reflection: Discover your potential in environmental leadership through insightful sessions.
• Storytelling for impact: Gain practical skills in storytelling to spotlight your climate action work.
• Career and networking: Build a personal action plan for your green career and connect with global environmental leaders.
• Exclusive access to Earthshot Week: Attend The Earthshot Prize 2024 Awards Ceremony and other key events during Earthshot Week.

Why Apply?

• Develop critical skills: Workshops on storytelling, network-building, and creative problem-solving.
• Network with experts: Engage with environmental pioneers and widen your professional circle.
• Get behind-the-scenes insights: Learn about the essential skills for making an impact in the sustainability sector.
• Join a community: Connect with like-minded peers passionate about climate action.

Programme Details

• Dates: 3-7 November 2024
• Location: Cape Town, South Africa
• Cost: FREE (all programme costs covered, including flights within Africa)
• Eligibility: African youth aged 18-35

How to Apply
Interested in making a lasting impact on the environment? Apply Here by 29 September 2024. Successful applicants should demonstrate a passion for eco-innovation, leadership, and climate action, along with a commitment to learning and collaboration.

For more details and FAQs, download the programme flyer.

This is your chance to step into a leadership role in climate action and be part of a global movement dedicated to repairing and restoring our planet. Apply today!