Women for the Environment Africa for Women in African Conservation 2023

In 2017, Women for the Environment Africa (WE Africa) was born through the determination of a small dedicated group of women conservationists frustrated with the current model of conservation leadership. They shared a conviction that a different style of leadership with more diverse and inclusive teams  and more collaboration and less competition would result in more conservation innovation and impact. This desire to “do conservation differently” led to the realization that we needed to both build a community of women conservation leaders in Africa to increase our resilience, and establish a transformational leadership course to increase our numbers at the decision-making tables. 

About Women for the Environment Africa

WE Africa Leadership Program

Aim and Benefits of WE Africa Leadership Program

1. Membership in a community of passionate, experienced African women who are some of the most senior leaders in conservation today
2. Access to twelve months of 1:1 leadership coaching
3. An opportunity to create a new leadership vision for yourself and pursue a personalized leadership plan
4. Monthly online sessions to fit around your work schedule
5. Two in-person retreats for intensive personal and collective growth and community-building

Requirements for WE Africa Leadership Program Qualification

The WE Africa year long transformative leadership journey is for women who meet the following criteria:

• African nationals, current citizens of a country in Africa, or those who have had permanent residency in Africa for a minimum of 15 years
• A minimum of 15 years of experience working in the environmental space in government, NGO, or private sector in Africa including at least 5 years serving in a senior leadership role*
• A commitment to investing in your personal growth and participation for the full 12-month program
• A record of mentorship and desire to support future environmental leaders
• Access to reliable internet
• Able to speak and understand English conversationally
• A commitment to: 1) contribute USD $500 toward the cost of the course to secure your place; and 2) cover your travel costs to two in-person retreats for an estimated $1,500. Together your contribution represents approximately 15% of the course value.** 

*If you do not meet the requirements from the second point above, you may provide an explanation in the application about why you believe you are eligible.

**A limited number of scholarships are available to help offset costs for selected applicants.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit WE website.