The Environmental Peacebuilding Association (EnPAx) announces the opening of applications for the 2026 EnPAx Environmental Peace Conference Fellows Program, a comprehensive professional and training initiative designed to support and develop the capacities of young researchers and professionals interested in the field of environmental peacebuilding. The fellowship also provides financial support for fellows to attend the Fourth International Conference on Environmental Peacebuilding, which will be held in Ottawa, Canada.
Program Objectives
This fellowship is part of EnPAx’s and its partners’ commitment to promoting equitable access to environmental peacebuilding and knowledge exchange, particularly for underrepresented or resource-limited communities.
The program aims to invest in professional community-building and skill development through:
- Organizing a series of virtual dialogues and workshops on key issues and case studies in environmental peacebuilding and related fields.
- Providing intensive in-person training focused on project management skills and practical environmental peacebuilding policies.
- Supporting participants in preparing and publishing short policy-relevant articles under the guidance of expert mentors.
Program Structure and Content
Phase 1: Online Community Capacity Building (January – July 2026)
These sessions will be held via Zoom and include:
- January: Launch event – Introduction to Environmental Peacebuilding
- February: Discussion session with a leading academic in the field
- March: Workshop on case studies from local projects
- April: Peer discussion to identify priority topics
- May: Skills workshop on writing and publishing for policy audiences
- July: Final discussion, publication preparation, and program evaluation
Phase 2: Intensive In-Person Training (June 2026 – University of Ottawa, Canada)
This hands-on, interactive training focuses on community organizing and environmental peace project management. It will take place just before the Fourth International Conference on Environmental Peacebuilding.
Preliminary Training Schedule:
| Date | Main Activities |
| Thursday, June 11 | Arrival of fellows in Ottawa – Welcome dinner |
| Friday, June 12 | Frameworks in environmental peacebuilding – Political economy and political ecology analysis – Conflict management – Team building |
| Saturday, June 13 | Problem analysis and community engagement methods – Nature-based solutions – Scenario development |
| Sunday, June 14 | Comprehensive planning and implementation strategies – Logical framework analysis – Monitoring and evaluation tool design |
| Monday, June 15 | Pre-conference activities (workshops, visits, or a free day) |
| Tuesday, June 16 | Field visits and workshops, including a guided boat tour with Indigenous leaders |
| Wednesday, June 17 | First day of the International Conference – Welcome reception |
| Thursday, June 18 | Second day of the conference – Poster presentations and art exhibition |
| Friday, June 19 | Third day of the conference – Closing dinner |
| Saturday, June 20 | Fellows’ departure from Ottawa |
Financial Coverage
The EnPAx Fellowship is a fully funded opportunity for early-career professionals working at the intersection of environment, conflict, and peace. It includes:
- Round-trip travel to and from Canada.
- On-campus accommodation during the training and conference period.
- Full coverage of training and conference fees
- Daily meals provided for participants.
- Visa support provided by EnPAx and the University of Ottawa.
Fellows are expected to:
- Participate in five hours of virtual activities per month from January to July 2026
- Attend in-person activities in Ottawa from June 12–19, 2026 (arrival on June 11 and departure on June 20).
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the 2026 EnPAx Conference Fellowship, applicants must:
- Be early-career professionals (students, junior researchers, or practitioners at the start of their careers) interested in environmental peacebuilding.
- Hold a valid passport and be able to travel to Canada in June 2026.
- Commit to full participation in all intensive activities from June 12–19, 2026 (approximately 12 hours per day).
- Be willing to engage in follow-up activities during July 2026.
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: November 15, 2025
- Conference Location: University of Ottawa, Canada
- Training and Conference Period: June 12–19, 2026
How to Apply
Interested applicants should review and complete the official application form.
It is strongly recommended to review all questions before starting the online form and to prepare answers in a separate document in advance. Applicants should avoid repeating the same information in multiple sections.
Priority will be given to candidates who demonstrate genuine interest in professional growth and skills development, not just participation in the conference.
Inquiries
For questions regarding the program or the application and selection process, please contact:
Dr. Becca Farnum via Email: [email protected].
