Indigenous Climate Policy Action Fellowship

The Climate Policy Fellowship for Indigenous Youth is a capacity‑building and policy engagement program designed to strengthen Indigenous representation in international climate governance. Its purpose is to ensure that Indigenous voices, territorial rights, and traditional knowledge systems are meaningfully included in UNFCCC negotiations.

Benefits

• Fully funded participation in SB64 and COP31 (travel, accommodation, stipend)
• Structured virtual training in negotiation literacy, policy analysis, and advocacy strategy
• Mentorship from climate policy experts and Indigenous leaders
• Networking with global climate justice movements and policymakers
• Practical experience in drafting policy briefs and engaging in negotiations
• Recognition as part of a global Indigenous youth cohort

• Age 18–30
• Self‑identify as Indigenous and demonstrate authentic ties to community/territory
• Prior engagement in climate justice, Indigenous rights, or policy advocacy
• Motivation to participate in UN climate negotiations
• Commitment to attend SB64 (June 2026) and COP31 (Nov 2026)
• Submit online application form + letter of recommendation (by 21 March 2026)
• For questions related to eligibility, the application form, or submission requirements, applicants may contact:
• sofia@reearthin.org
• daniel.valdovinos@reearthin.org
• Running a project or organization
• Volunteer