Postgraduate students with a passion for ecohealth are invited to apply for the 2025 Octavia E. Butler Fellowship Program.
Named in honour of the pioneering science-fiction author and Afrofuturism icon Octavia E. Butler, this fellowship supports students who use storytelling, history, justice, and technology to drive impactful environmental campaigns under the banner of EcoHealth strategies.
The program offers graduate students hands-on experience in climate policy, energy justice, and community-based research.
Fellowship Benefits
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A $7,500 stipend for a summer placement
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Access to networking opportunities with industry professionals, community leaders, and key stakeholders
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Experience in cutting-edge research and environmental advocacy
Fellowship Responsibilities
Fellows will:
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Assist with data collection and cost-benefit analysis for climate and energy initiatives
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Support stakeholder engagement activities including surveys, focus groups, and interviews
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Conduct policy and program research related to clean energy, workforce development, and climate resilience
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Develop reports, presentations, and communication materials
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Participate in community meetings, workshops, and industry events
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Perform general project coordination and administrative tasks
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Utilize ArcGIS and other data visualization tools to map geographic and local insights
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
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Be a current postgraduate student in public policy, public administration, environmental science, urban planning, sustainability, or a related field.
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Be proficient in quantitative data tools and analytical methods.
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Be committed to engaging diverse communities on issues of climate equity, clean energy, and environmental justice.
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Demonstrate strong research, writing, and communication skills.
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Be a self-starter, detail-oriented, and comfortable in fast-paced, mission-driven environments
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Possess excellent interpersonal skills and be confident engaging with multi-sector stakeholders
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
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A resume
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A portfolio, which may include a data project, prior research paper, or data-driven report related to climate, energy, or sustainability
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A 250-word response to the question: What does climate action mean to you, and what key skills do you believe are essential to achieving it?
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The 2025 Octavia E. Butler Fellowship Program is seeking postgraduate students passionate about ecohealth. This fellowship honors the iconic science-fiction writer Octavia E. Butler and supports students using storytelling, history, justice, and technology for impactful environmental initiatives through EcoHealth strategies. It provides graduate students with experiential learning in climate policy, energy justice, and community-based research.
Fellowship benefits include a $7,500 summer stipend, networking with professionals and stakeholders, and experience in leading-edge research and environmental advocacy. Fellows' responsibilities encompass data collection, stakeholder engagement, policy research, and community participation, along with utilizing mapping tools like ArcGIS for project insights.
Eligibility criteria require applicants to be postgraduates in relevant fields like public policy or environmental science, proficient in data tools, committed to climate equity, and possessing excellent communication skills. To apply, candidates must submit a resume, a portfolio of related work, and a 250-word essay on climate action. Interested students can apply through the provided online link.
