Climate Governance, Diplomacy and Negotiations Leadership Program Cohort XXII

The Climate Governance, Diplomacy and Negotiations Leadership Program (CLP) Cohort XXII builds African climate leadership by equipping professionals with negotiation skills and policy knowledge to influence global climate decisions.

What it offers

• Enhanced knowledge of climate science and its implications for Africa
• Leadership and communication skills for inclusive climate action
• Understanding of UNFCCC structures, institutions, and negotiation procedures
• Practical negotiation skills, including text interpretation and bracket usage

Who can apply

• African professionals and emerging leaders in climate change, environment, sustainable development, governance, and diplomacy
• Policy and decision-makers developing national and sub-national climate policies
• Climate scientists and researchers from think tanks, universities, and institutions
• Climate negotiators, diplomats, and government officials involved in climate processes
• Representatives of NGOs, civil society, youth-led, women-led organizations, and the private sector working in climate and environment
• Jurists and legal practitioners focused on climate governance and justice
• Early-career professionals and young leaders seeking to strengthen Africa’s climate agenda

How to apply

• Submit an application demonstrating interest or experience in climate change, governance, diplomacy, negotiations, climate policy, climate science, environmental governance, or sustainable development
• Application deadline: 31 July 2026
• Women leaders, youth leaders, and early-career professionals are especially encouraged to apply