Apply Now: NYCC Climate Champions Fellowship 2026 for Young Climate Leaders

Are you passionate about climate action and ready to drive real change in your community? The NYCC Climate Champions Fellowship 2026 is now open for applications! This flagship youth program empowers young leaders across India to take meaningful grassroots climate action through leadership, advocacy, and community engagement.

What is the NYCC Climate Champions Fellowship?

The NYCC Climate Champions Fellowship is a transformative initiative designed to support and equip young changemakers with the tools, mentorship, and resources needed to address climate challenges at the grassroots level.

Led by Bring Back Green Foundation and supported by UNICEF YuWaah, the program emphasizes youth-led action and collaboration with government and local stakeholders for sustainable impact.

Over the past two years, the fellowship has:

• Trained 62 Climate Champions
• Covered 33 States & Union Territories in India
• Built strong local partnerships
• Enabled fellows to represent their work at national and international platforms

What makes this fellowship unique is its strong focus on localized solutions and youth-government partnerships, ensuring impactful and scalable climate initiatives.

Fellowship Benefits

Selected fellows will gain access to:

• Grants for Project Implementation
  Funding support to execute your climate project
• Training & Mentorship
  Learn from climate experts and experienced mentors
•  National & International Exposure
  Opportunities to showcase your work on bigger platforms
• 6-Month Structured Fellowship
  A guided timeline to develop and implement your ideas
• Networking Opportunities
  Collaborate with like-minded youth and organizations

 Focus Areas

Fellows will work on projects across key climate action areas, including:

• Research
• Innovation
• Network Mobilization
• Awareness & Capacity Building

Eligibility Criteria

To apply, you must:

• Be 18 to 29 years old
• Have a strong interest in climate action and community engagement
• Be committed to implementing a local climate project

Selection Process

The fellowship follows a three-stage selection process:

Stage 1: Application Screening
Top applications are shortlisted. AI-generated or incomplete submissions are automatically disqualified.

Stage 2: Project Proposal Submission
Shortlisted candidates submit a detailed proposal outlining their climate project.

Stage 3: Virtual Interview
Finalists are interviewed and selected based on:

• Commitment
• Project feasibility
• Potential impact

How to Apply

• Applications are submitted via an online Google Form
• You can apply in English, Hindi, or your preferred regional language
• For guidance, download and review the Fellowship Handbook

 Application Forms:

• English Version
• Hindi Version

Deadline

Last Date to Apply: 3rd May 2026

Pro Tip

Before applying, take time to develop a clear, realistic, and community-focused project idea. Strong proposals that demonstrate local impact and sustainability have a higher chance of being selected.

If you’re a young changemaker eager to tackle climate challenges and create lasting impact, this is your opportunity to step up and lead. Join a growing network of climate champions and be part of a movement shaping a sustainable future.

Apply now and become the next Climate Champion!

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