Enhancing Conservation Science Capacity and Leadership is a master’s fellowship from WWF’s Russell E. Train Education for Nature (EFN) program, supported by the Gerald A. & Karen A. Kolschowsky Foundation.
Fellows study at an accredited university in Uganda, researching solutions to human-elephant conflict around the northern border of Murchison Falls National Park. The 2026 call closed on April 15, 2026; an earlier call closed in December 2023, and no next date is published.
Benefits & funding
- Up to US$15,000 a year for up to two years; final amounts depend on each proposal’s scope and needs.
- May cover tuition and fees, living costs, books and materials, and research costs.
Eligibility
- Citizens or residents of Uganda.
- A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. biology, ecology, conservation, zoology, geography).
- Enrolled in, admitted to, or applied to a master’s program at an accredited institution in Uganda.
- At least two years of conservation-related work, research or academic experience, and a clear commitment to conservation.
- Studies must begin no later than January 2027 (2026 call).
- Current or former WWF staff or consultants and past EFN grantees must contact EFN to confirm eligibility.
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“Academic status: Applicant must be enrolled in, admitted to, or have applied to a master’s program at an accredited institution of study in Uganda and have already attained a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (i.e., biology, ecology, conservation, zoology, geography).” Eligibility
Eligible nationalities
Uganda
Residents of Uganda can also apply.
Education required
Bachelor
Experience required
≥ 2 yrs
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Application process
- 1Prepare a research proposal on human-elephant conflict with a work plan and budget, plus recommendation letters.
- 2Submit through the EFN online portal by 11:59 PM US Eastern Time on the deadline.
- 3Successful applicants are told about three months later.
Program timeline
Application deadline (closed)
April 15, 2026
Selection
April–June 2026
Successful applicants informed
July 2026
Contracts signed, grants issued
August–September 2026