The African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) Young Conservation Heroes Scholarship 2026 is now accepting applications. In partnership with the Wildlife Clubs of Kenya (WCK), AWF has launched the second cohort of this scholarship program, which forms part of the four-year Young Conservation Heroes Project initiated in 2024 with support from Bob and Emmy King.
The broader project aims to inspire and nurture a strong conservation movement among learners in the Tsavo Landscape, equipping approximately 83,000 students with essential conservation knowledge and skills.
Scholarship Requirements
– Open to five students who are former Grade 9 learners
– Applicants must come from the 137 primary schools supported by the Young Conservation Heroes Project
– Eligible counties: Tana River, Kwale, Kilifi, Kitui, Makueni, Taita Taveta, and Kajiado
– Schools must be located within 10 km of the Tsavo protected areas
Application Requirements
Applicants must:
– Complete a printable application form
– Submit two handwritten essays outlining:
– A community development or conservation project they wish to pursue
– A summary of their volunteer experience, conservation involvement, and leadership roles
– Applications must be submitted with support from parents, guardians, or wildlife club patrons to the designated locations indicated in the form
Deadline: 31-01-2026
Apply: https://www.awf.org/pressroom/awf-and-wck-announce-call-applications-2026-young-conservation-heroes-scholarship-tsavo
