WWF Russell E. Train Fellowship: Uganda Human–Wildlife Coexistence Research

WWF’s Education for Nature programme is accepting applications for graduate research on human–wildlife conflict and coexistence in Uganda. This call is distinct from the closed Conservation Futures fellowship.

Deadline: 15 December 2026, 11:59 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time
Location: Uganda

Who can apply?

Applicants should be Ugandan nationals with a relevant bachelor’s degree and at least two years of conservation-related experience. They must have applied to, been admitted to, or be enrolled in a master’s programme at an accredited institution in Uganda. Check the full guidelines for the required research focus.

What the opportunity offers

Applicants may request up to $15,000 annually for a maximum of two years. Eligible expenses include fees, living costs, research, books, and study materials; final awards depend on proposal needs.

Research focus

This call supports master’s-level research on human–wildlife coexistence in Uganda, particularly solutions to elephant crop-raiding on agricultural land around the northern boundary of Murchison Falls National Park. The fellowship develops local conservation science, practical expertise and interdisciplinary approaches that reflect community conditions.

Who this specific call is for

• Ugandan nationals with a relevant bachelor’s qualification, such as biology, ecology, conservation, zoology or geography.
• Applicants already enrolled in, admitted to, or applying for a master’s programme at an accredited Ugandan institution.
• Research aligned with the stated human–elephant conflict and coexistence focus.

Funding and decisions

Applicants may request up to US$15,000 annually for a maximum of two years. Eligible costs include tuition and fees, living expenses, books, materials and research. The final award reflects the proposed project’s scope and budget. Acceptance notifications are planned for February 2027.

Deadline and application route

Submit the relevant Uganda fellowship application through WWF’s Submittable portal by 15 December 2026 at 23:59 US Eastern Time. Use the Uganda guidelines for this call when developing your study plan and budget. Programme questions go to efn@wwfus.org.

Official Uganda fellowship guidelines

How to apply

Open the current Uganda call on WWF’s website, read the grant guidelines, and follow its application link. Submit every required document before the deadline.

Official details and application ↗