Summary
Accelerating Youth-Led Action in Addressing Climate Mobility in Africa is a funding program for youth-led civil society organisations across eligible African countries. The grant focuses on supporting communities to address environmental disasters, degradation and climate change. The programme is organised by the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) and includes technical training, mentorship, and support components. Applicants can apply from 15 June 2025 to 19 January 2026.
About The Grant
The International Organisation for Migration (IOM), in partnership with Accelerating Youth-Led Action in Addressing Climate Mobility in Africa, is calling for applications to award grants to youth-led society organisations in Africa. IOM is a United Nations agency focused on migration and related development issues, and is leading this programme to support young changemakers to address climate change and environmental disasters in Africa.
The initiative focuses on equipping youth-led civil society organisations with the skills, knowledge, and networks to develop, implement, or scale community-driven solutions that address climate mobility, disasters and environmental shifts.
Funding Size
- Typical grant amount: 15,000 USD
- Maximum award: 15,000 USD
- Project duration supported: Not specified.
Who Can Apply
- Youth-led Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) with registration and operations on the African continent.
- The youth-led organisations must have leadership persons of not more than 35 years at the time of application.
- CSOs must submit their applications directly.
Geographic eligibility: African countries,
Sector or thematic focus: Climate mobility solutions intersecting climate change, human mobility, disaster risk reduction, environmental sustainability, and social inclusion.
Application Process
- Review and complete the application form on the official website and attach all necessary documents.
- Documents to include:
- Civil society registration form
- Reports of previous relevant projects led by the group
- CV and passport ID of the youth in charge of the project
- Signed declaration form
- Send an email with the completed form to ccmd-queries@iom.int
- Successful applicants are notified and enrolled in programme activities, including webinars and workshops scheduled later in 2026.
Required Materials
- Project concept or proposal outline focusing on climate mobility solutions.
- Proof of organisational legal registration.
- Evidence of organisational youth-led status.
- Background on previous projects or activities related to climate, mobility, or community-level work.
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Key Dates
- Application deadline: 19 January 2026 at 6 pm EAT
- Online Information session: 6th January 2026
- Deadline to send inquiries: 12 January 2026
Selection Notes
- Applications are competitive, with emphasis on innovative, feasible, and community-focused climate mobility solutions.
- Priority focus areas include projects that integrate climate change adaptation, human mobility, disaster resilience, environmental sustainability, and youth leadership.
- Opportunities For Africans
- Projects must demonstrate measurable community benefit and alignment with thematic priorities
