Ocean Leaders Fellowship

The Ocean Leaders Fellowship (OLF), developed by Sustainable Ocean Alliance in partnership with Dona Bertarelli Philanthropy, is an annual program dedicated to empowering the next generation of ocean conservation and climate leaders by equipping 40 early-career delegates each year with critical tactical skills, leadership opportunities, and high-level networks necessary to advance impactful initiatives.

Fellowship curriculum includes:

• Skill development workshops (leadership, storytelling, innovation, funding strategies).
• Expert mentorship from SOA’s network of 250+ professionals.
• Collaboration opportunities with peers and global stakeholders.
• Attendance at major events such as the Our Ocean Youth Leadership Summit and Our Ocean Conference in Kenya, June 2026.
• Fellows synthesize learnings into a practical roadmap for their next steps in ocean and climate leadership.

Focus areas:

• Values‑driven leadership
• Narrative building and storytelling
• Inclusive, culturally sensitive solutions with policymakers and Indigenous communities
• Innovation, funding, and adaptability

• Be 18–35 as of June 20, 2026
• Work in ocean or climate action (with a strong interest in 30x30)
• Align with one of SOA's five Ocean Impact Areas
• Have C1 English proficiency
• Be available for international travel the entire dates of June 9-19th 2026
• Not have previously attended OOC or UNOC Youth forums