The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) has opened a call for applications for its Youth Capacity Enhancement Programme on Climate Mobility 2025–2026, themed “Accelerating Youth-Led Action in Addressing Climate Mobility in Africa.”
The programme aims to strengthen youth-led civil society organisations (CSOs) across Africa by providing technical training, mentorship, and resources to develop innovative, community-driven solutions to the challenges of climate mobility.
Programme Benefits
Participants in the programme will:
-
Gain in-depth knowledge on project development, reporting, resource mobilisation, communications, and advocacy.
-
Connect with IOM experts, fellow youth leaders, and key stakeholders in the climate mobility space.
-
Showcase their work and contribute youth-led perspectives to regional and global dialogues.
-
Receive a certificate of completion after successfully participating in all sessions (both online and in person).
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
-
Be between 18 and 35 years old.
-
Be nationals of an African country.
-
Represent a legally registered, youth-led civil society organisation in Africa.
-
Have 2–5 years of experience leading environmental or social projects at the community level, with at least two projects completed recently.
-
Submit a project concept for an innovative climate mobility solution that benefits youth and local communities.
-
Possess a valid passport (valid until at least May 2026) and be able to obtain all required travel, health, and insurance documents.
-
Be proficient in English, French, Arabic, or Portuguese (local language skills are an added advantage).
How to Apply
Interested applicants should complete and submit the application form available here:
Application Deadline: June 15, 2025
The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) has initiated the Youth Capacity Enhancement Programme on Climate Mobility 2025–2026, aiming to boost youth-led civil society organisations across Africa. The programme offers technical training, mentorship, and resources to foster innovative solutions addressing climate mobility challenges. Participants will gain extensive knowledge in project development, advocacy, and resource mobilization, connect with experts and stakeholders, and contribute to global dialogues. Upon completion, participants receive a certificate.
Eligibility criteria require applicants to be African nationals aged 18 to 35, representing a registered youth-led CSO with a track record in environmental or social projects. They must submit a project concept for climate mobility, have a passport valid until May 2026, and be proficient in English, French, Arabic, or Portuguese. Applications are open until June 15, 2025, and can be submitted through the link provided by IOM.
