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GrantAfrican Youth Water and Climate Engagement

Call For Applications: African Youth Water and Climate Engagement Initiative (AYWCEI) 2026

Applications are open for the African Youth Water and Climate Engagement Initiative (AYWCEI) , an opportunity designed to support youth-led and youth-focused organisations working on water, climate, environmental sustainability, and related development challenges across Africa. The initiative aims to strengthen youth participation in water and climate action by creating opportunities for young organisations to…

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Applications are open for the African Youth Water and Climate Engagement Initiative (AYWCEI) , an opportunity designed to support youth-led and youth-focused organisations working on water, climate, environmental sustainability, and related development challenges across Africa. The initiative aims to strengthen youth participation in water and climate action by creating opportunities for young organisations to contribute to solutions, advocacy, community engagement, and resilience-building.

Eligibility

The opportunity is targeted at: Youth-led organisations Youth-focused organisations Civil society organisations working with young people Organisations addressing water and climate challenges Youth groups involved in environmental sustainability and climate action. Applicants should review the official application form for the full

Eligibility

Areas of Focus The initiative is particularly relevant to organisations working on issues such as: Water security and management Climate change and adaptation Environmental sustainability Climate resilience Water, sanitation and hygiene Youth participation in climate policy Community-based climate action Sustainable development and environmental advocacy. What Participants Can Gain The initiative is designed to provide opportunities for participating organisations to: Strengthen their capacity in water and climate engagement Connect with other youth organisations and stakeholders Increase youth participation in water and climate decision-making Showcase youth-led solutions Build partnerships around climate and water initiatives Contribute to regional conversations on water security and climate resilience.

Africa’s water and climate challenges require stronger youth participation, particularly as climate change increases pressure on water resources and communities. Recent continental discussions have also placed water security, resilience and sustainable development at the centre of Africa’s development agenda.

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Interested youth-led and youth-focused organisations can complete the application form here:

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