A GLOBAL CALL TO YOUNG PEOPLE READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

The Green Fellows Programme invites applications from emerging leaders committed to advancing sustainability through education, advocacy, and community action. The February 2027 cohort seeks changemakers from around the world who are ready to translate knowledge into meaningful, measurable impact.

This is an action-oriented fellowship. Fellows are expected to apply what they learn, pass sustainability knowledge to younger generations, and demonstrate meaningful impact in schools and communities.

Expectations

  • Attend all designated fellowship conferences and participate actively in learning activities.

  • Establish and nurture an Officially Green Club in a primary or secondary school, helping children and young people understand and practise sustainability. (At least 20 young students)

  • Promote the seven Officially Green pledges through social media and community engagement, using #OfficiallyGreen.

  • Document activities and submit brief reports or evidence of progress and results.

Eligibility Requirements

·       Be between 18 and 35 years old at the application deadline.

·       Demonstrate a genuine commitment to sustainability and environmental action.

·       Be committed to passing sustainability knowledge to the next generation through an Officially Green Club.

·       Be available to attend all designated conferences and participate actively.

·       Have reliable internet access and be prepared to document activities and impact.

Benefits

  • Learn from sustainability experts and thought leaders.

  • Develop leadership, advocacy, communication and project-management skills.

  • Gain practical experience in sustainability education and community engagement.

  • Connect with a network of young sustainability leaders.

  • Receive a certificate upon successful completion of all fellowship requirements.

  • Build a portfolio of documented sustainability projects and impact.

  • US$1,000 Grand Prize (One fellow who fulfils all fellowship requirements and demonstrates documented impact may receive a US$1,000 post-fellowship award to support the continuation or expansion of the Educators Initiative. The award is conditional on full compliance with programme requirements and demonstrated results; selection alone does not guarantee funding. )

Applications Now Open

Applications for the next Cohort are now open.

  •  Application Deadline: January 7, 2027 at 4:00 GMT

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Please note: Certification is based on successful completion of the fellowship requirements. Selection alone does not guarantee a certificate.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Certification is based on the successful completion of all fellowship requirements. Selection alone does not guarantee a certificate. Fellows must fulfil the programme's participation, learning, and impact requirements to qualify.

  • Recommendation letters may be considered for fellows who maintain a sustained relationship with The Green Institute and demonstrate meaningful impact for at least one year after completing the fellowship. A recommendation is not automatic and will depend on the fellow's continued engagement, contributions, and demonstrated impact.

  • A US$1,000 post-fellowship support award may be granted to an outstanding fellow who fulfils all fellowship requirements and demonstrates meaningful, documented impact. The award is intended to support the continuation or expansion of impactful sustainability initiatives. Selection as a fellow does not guarantee the award.

  • No. You do not need to be a sustainability expert or have extensive prior experience. The programme welcomes emerging leaders who are willing to learn, develop their skills, champion the Officially Green pledges, and inspire positive change in their communities.

  • Fellows are expected to complete the compulsory Massive Open Online Course (MOOC), establish and sustain an Officially Green Club in a primary or secondary school, promote the seven Officially Green pledges, attend fellowship conferences convened during their fellowship and contribute to discussions, and submit brief reports documenting their activities and impact.

  • Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application via email during the first week of February 2027.

  • Application Deadline: January 7, 2027
    Closing Time: 4:00 p.m. GMT

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