The 2027 Environmental Community Organising (ECO) Fellowship Program is inviting applications from emerging professionals interested in environmental peacebuilding, nature, sustainability, collective action and social justice. The funded fellowship is organised by ArtPeace: Earth, in partnership with the Network for Education and Research on Peace and Sustainability (NERPS) and supporting funders.
The programme is designed to equip emerging leaders with practical knowledge, relationships and collaborative skills for addressing environmental challenges through peacebuilding and community organising. It brings together students, early-career researchers and entry-level practitioners who are interested in the intersection of environmental sustainability, peace and justice.
Fellowship Overview
The ECO Fellowship combines online learning and relationship-building from November 2026 to February 2027 with an intensive in-person programme in Jakarta, Indonesia, from 12 to 20 March 2027.
During the online phase, selected Fellows will participate in a series of sessions focused on developing relationships among participants, establishing a shared understanding of environmental peacebuilding and preparing Fellows for the in-person programme.
The fellowship will then provide an opportunity for participants to take part in intensive training and attend the NERPS 2027 Conference in Jakarta. The conference will provide additional opportunities for Fellows to engage with researchers, practitioners and other professionals working in peace and sustainability.
Who Can Apply?
The programme is intended for emerging professionals who have an interest in environmental peacebuilding and related areas. This may include students, early-career researchers and entry-level practitioners seeking to strengthen their understanding of environmental issues and collective approaches to sustainable justice.
Applicants should demonstrate an interest in environmental peacebuilding and be prepared to actively participate in the programme’s online and in-person activities.
Applicants must also:
- Hold a valid passport.
- Be able to travel to Jakarta, Indonesia, in March 2027.
- Commit to the online programme from November 2026 to February 2027.
- Participate fully in the in-person programme.
- Take part in the required pre- and post-conference online programming.
The programme is particularly suited to individuals seeking practical exposure to environmental peacebuilding while developing international professional networks.
Fellowship Benefits
The ECO Fellowship is funded, with selected Fellows receiving support for several major costs associated with participation.
The fellowship support includes:
- Visa costs.
- Round-trip transportation.
- Shared accommodation.
- Training registration fees.
- Conference registration fees.
- Meals.
This financial support is intended to enable selected participants to take part in both the Jakarta training programme and the associated NERPS 2027 Conference.
Beyond financial support, Fellows will gain access to a network of emerging professionals and experienced leaders working in environmental peacebuilding and sustainability. The programme also provides opportunities for continued networking, collaboration and publication following the formal fellowship activities.
Programme Commitment
Fellows are expected to dedicate approximately five hours per month to the online programme between November 2026 and February 2027.
The online sessions will help participants establish connections with other Fellows, engage with experienced practitioners and prepare for the intensive in-person programme.
Selected participants must also commit to full participation in the Jakarta programme from 12–20 March 2027 and subsequent online programming connected to the fellowship and conference.
Location and Dates
The fellowship has both online and in-person components.
Online programme: November 2026 – February 2027
In-person programme: 12–20 March 2027
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
Following the in-person training, Fellows will participate in the NERPS 2027 Conference, providing an opportunity to engage with a broader international community focused on peace and sustainability.
Application Deadline
The application deadline for the 2027 ECO Fellows Program is 15 October 2026.
Prospective applicants should allow sufficient time to review the detailed eligibility requirements and application guidelines before submitting their applications.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should visit the official ECO Fellows Program application page for the complete eligibility criteria, programme information and application instructions.
Applicants should carefully check the requirements before applying and ensure they can meet the programme’s online participation, travel and in-person attendance commitments.
The fellowship offers emerging professionals an opportunity to combine training, international networking and practical engagement around environmental peacebuilding while participating in a wider global community focused on sustainable justice.
Programme: 2027 Environmental Community Organising (ECO) Fellowship Program
Organisers: ArtPeace: Earth and NERPS
Format: Online and in-person
Online period: November 2026 – February 2027
In-person dates: 12–20 March 2027
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
Funding: Funded
Application deadline: 15 October 2026
Target applicants: Students, early-career researchers and entry-level practitioners
Key focus: Environmental peacebuilding, sustainability, nature, collective action and sustainable justice
