Are you a young African environmental changemaker between the ages of 18 and 28 looking to take your leadership and impact to the next level? The Pledge for Nature Launchpad 2025 Mentorship Program is now accepting applications!
This fully funded eight-week mentorship program is organized by the Youth for Environmental Conservation Initiative (formerly Friends of Nature Network) with support from Global Changemakers. It offers a transformative learning and leadership experience designed to equip young environmental leaders with the skills, knowledge, and network they need to scale their initiatives across Africa.
Why Join?
Selected mentees will receive:
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One-on-one mentorship with an experienced environmental leader from Africa
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Personalized guidance to help scale your environmental projects
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Opportunity to implement a Pledge for Nature workshop in your local community
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Access to Global Changemakers’ Project Management Course (a prerequisite to apply for a potential $1,000 USD grant)
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Resources, toolkits, and templates to amplify your impact
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Certificate of completion upon fulfilling all program requirements
Additional Benefits
Mentees will also be entered into a raffle for the chance to win:
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Three private coaching sessions on fundraising and pitching with Stanley Anigbogu, an award-winning climate innovator
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A $100 micro-grant to support your project
Explore the full program structure and expectations in the official Mentees Handbook.
Focus Areas
Over the eight weeks, you’ll explore:
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Design Thinking
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Project Management
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Storytelling & Branding
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Team Management
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Grant Writing
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Systems Thinking
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Ethical Leadership
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Building Strategic Partnerships
Sessions are tailored to your needs and conducted on accessible virtual platforms (Zoom, Google Meet, WhatsApp).
Eligibility
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Open to youth aged 18–28 from any African country
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Must be willing to commit at least one hour per week for the duration of the program
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Must implement an environmental education project in your local community as part of your completion requirement
Code of Conduct
Participants are expected to maintain the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, cultural respect, and accountability throughout the program. This includes maintaining confidentiality, engaging constructively, and demonstrating leadership by example.
Application Deadline
Apply by: July 15, 2025
Successful applicants will be notified in July 2025.
How to Apply
Submit your application via the official form here: Apply Now
For any questions, reach out to the team at: youth4enviroconservation@gmail.com
Take the pledge. Step into leadership. Make an impact.
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