Application Deadline: 17:00 BST Wednesday 12 August 2026
LOCATION: Multiple Regions
Applications are now open for the 2027-2029 EDGE Fellowship. The EDGE Fellowship supports early-career conservationists working to protect some of the world’s most evolutionarily distinct and globally threatened species. Through training, mentorship, funding, and ongoing technical support, the Fellowship helps emerging conservation leaders develop and deliver locally led conservation projects for EDGE species.
ELIGIBILITY:
They are looking for early-career conservationists who:
Want to become part of a global network of EDGE Fellows working to protect extraordinary and overlooked species.
Are committed to leading conservation action for an eligible EDGE species;
Are nationals or long-term residents of the country where the project will take place with strong links to the specific region or landscape;
Can demonstrate the local conservation need for their proposed work;
Are ready to take part in training, mentoring and peer learning as part of the fellowship
The 2027 call will use a two-stage application process. Applicants should first submit an Expression of Interest using the form below. Shortlisted applicants will then be invited to submit a full application.
Before you apply, please download and check the 2026 EDGE species list for the 2027 Fellowship application before completing the Expression of Interest form. Download the 2026 EDGE List
Application timeline:
| Stage | Date |
| Expression of Interest opens | Wednesday 13 May 2026 |
| Expression of Interest deadline | 17:00 BST Wednesday 10 June 2026 |
| Shortlisted applicants invited to submit full application | Wednesday 8 July 2026 |
| Full application deadline | 17:00 BST Wednesday 12 August 2026 |
| Interviews and final selection | 14 September – 1 October 2026 |
| Shortlisted applicants notified of outcome | w/c 12 October 2026 |
| 2027 EDGE Fellowship Dates | January 2027 – May 2029 |
Please read the guidance carefully before submitting your Expression of Interest. Apply now: Expression of Interest form
BENEFIT:
Through the Fellowship, we aim to build a global network of highly skilled, locally grounded leaders who can spearhead conservation action where it is most needed and for species that receive the least attention.
The EDGE Fellowship is 28 months long, and each EDGE Fellow can expect the following:
Six-weeks of training in-person
Support to develop a comprehensive project plan
A grant of GBP 15,000 for project implementation
Wraparound mentorship and professional development opportunities
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