African Climate Creatives Fellowship (ACCF) 2026

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Applications are open for African Climate Creatives Fellowship (ACCF) 2026. The African Climate Creatives Fellowship (ACCF) is a Pan-African initiative designed to empower emerging climate advocates and creatives to lead digital-first campaigns that shift narratives and spark action.

Over the course of three months, fellows build critical skills in climate storytelling, advocacy, mobile-friendly media production, and impact-driven content design. Delivered virtually, the program connects young changemakers across the continent in a dynamic learning and co-creation space.

The African Climate Creatives Fellowship is a 3-month program organized by Aspire Climate Vanguard to train young African climate advocates, aged 18–35, in using digital tools, storytelling, and strategic communication to amplify advocacy and influence climate policy.

The African Climate Creatives Fellowship (ACCF) seeks to equip passionate environmental and climate advocates with digital campaigning skills and storytelling strategies to amplify their activism, engage wider audiences, and spark impactful action across African communities.

Why It Matters

Africa’s Climate Stories Are Missing
- Most African climate stories are underreported and often told through the wrong narratives. This fellowship changes that by giving storytelling power to those most affected.
Train-the-Trainer Model for Bigger Impact
- Fellows won’t just learn, they’ll teach. We’re building a movement of skilled climate advocates who will train others and lead local action.
Solutions, Not Just Problems
- From indigenous knowledge to youth-led innovation, fellows will be empowered to spotlight African climate solutions and show the world we’re not just surviving, we’re leading.

African Climate Creatives Fellowship Program Details

Format: Fully virtual
Duration: 3 months
Language: English
Time Commitment: Part-time, with structured weekly sessions and creative assignments

African Climate Creatives Fellowship Benefits

Practical experience designing and leading digital climate campaigns
A personal portfolio of original storytelling and advocacy work
Hands-on training with mobile-friendly tools and creative strategies
A supportive community of peers, mentors, and sector leaders
Certificate of completion

Eligibility Criteria

We welcome applications from passionate changemakers who are:

Aged 18–35
Based in or from an African country
Interested or experienced in climate action, creative media, or advocacy
Able to work and communicate effectively in English
Equipped with reliable internet access and a commitment to attend sessions

How To Apply for African Climate Creatives Fellowship

Complete the Online Application Form: Respond to questions about your background, interests, and motivations.
Submit a Portfolio or Sample: You may include a link to past work—a video, blog, campaign, or digital media sample. If shared via Google Drive, ensure access is set to “Anyone with the link can view.”
Shortlisted Interviews: Candidates selected will be invited to a brief virtual interview with the organizing committee.
Selection & Notification: Finalists will be notified via email with onboarding details.

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Application Deadline: May 26, 2026 at 11:59 PM WAT