The EDGE of Existence Programme from the Zoological Society of London is now accepting applications for 2017-19 EDGE Fellowships. This is a great source of funding and also a great fellowship that offers network opportunities, as well as professional training in conservation biology.
This year the Fellowship is only accepting applications on EDGE species found on their curated list of mammals, amphibians, birds, reptiles and coral species. They are particularly interested in focusing on African species but are accepting applications on all of the species found on the list.
EDGE Fellowships
The Zoological Society of London’s EDGE of Existence program is the only global conservation initiative focusing specifically on threatened species that represent a significant amount of unique evolutionary history. One of the most effective ways in which the programme is working to secure the future of EDGE species is by awarding two-year Fellowships to future conservation leaders “EDGE Fellows” working on poorly-known EDGE mammal, amphibian, bird, reptile or coral species.
The application form, guidelines, and eligibility criteria are available to download on the EDGE of Existence website or can be requested from the EDGE Fellows Co-ordinator This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Applicants are strongly encouraged to discuss their projects with the program before applying, and the organization will give feedback on a draft of the application before the deadline.
The application deadline is 15th June 2016. All applications will be reviewed by a panel of experts. Successful applicants will be informed by the end of August 2016.