The Exploration Co-Lab: Edges of Possibility by Unearthodox is now accepting applications from forward-thinking individuals with bold ideas that reimagine the future of people and the planet.
The open call invites innovators who are already working on early-stage projects that merge human and natural systems, aiming to create thriving, interconnected living environments.
The initiative is designed to nurture creative solutions that challenge traditional systems and propose new ways of living in balance with nature.
It seeks innovators exploring the space where environmental and social challenges meet, fostering ideas that can transform how societies think, act, and sustain themselves within the planet’s limits.
Benefits Exploration Co-Lab participants
Successful applicants will receive $12,000 in grant funding to help grow their ideas into actionable projects.
They will also access a shared pool of $74,000 in non-financial support, which includes tailored coaching, expert mentorship, and opportunities for peer learning.
The Exploration Co-Lab supports participants in refining their ideas, improving their impact, and gaining international visibility through Unearthodox’s networks.
Programme experience
The 12-month programme, starting in January 2026, will bring together a global community of innovators in an online collaborative space.
Participants will take part in shared learning, systems-thinking sessions, and wellbeing-focused activities, while also gaining communication support to share their stories with wider audiences.
The experience emphasizes deep collaboration, community building, and real-world change.
Who can apply
Applicants for the Exploration Co-Lab must meet the following qualifications:
- Be 18 years or older
- Submit entries in English (translations are welcome and not penalized)
- Present early-stage ideas already in motion at the intersection of human and natural systems
- Demonstrate alignment with Unearthodox’s five evaluation criteria
- Confirm they are not employed or contracted by Unearthodox
- Be based in countries not under international sanctions restricting fund transfers
Application requirements
Entries must clearly respond to the theme of nature-society systems change and show a commitment to long-term transformation.
Applicants should outline their idea’s purpose, progress made so far, and the change they hope to achieve through the programme.
All submissions should be made through the official Unearthodox online portal.
Deadline
The deadline for this application is November 25, 2025. Visit Unearthodox website to apply. Explore more global calls on our Opportunities page.
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