The International Organization for Migration is inviting applications under its initiative, Accelerating Youth-Led Action in Addressing Climate Mobility in Africa. The programme supports youth-led civil society organisations implementing community-based solutions that respond to the growing impacts of climate change on migration, displacement, and human mobility across African communities.
The initiative recognises young people as key actors in developing innovative, locally driven responses to climate-induced mobility challenges and aims to strengthen youth leadership in climate action, migration governance, and community resilience.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be youth-led civil society organisations based in Africa.
Leadership must be primarily made up of young people aged 18–35.
Organisations must be legally registered in their country of operation.
Applicants must demonstrate experience in climate change, environment, migration, displacement, or social action.
A clear and relevant project concept addressing climate mobility challenges is required.
Applicants must meet all eligibility and selection criteria set by IOM.
Target Focus Areas
Climate change and human mobility
Migration and displacement linked to environmental stress
Community-based climate adaptation and resilience
Youth-led climate and migration solutions
Type of Projects Supported
Community-level initiatives addressing climate-induced migration and displacement
Youth-driven advocacy, awareness, or response projects on climate mobility
Innovative local solutions that reduce vulnerability and improve resilience of affected populations
Benefits to Selected Organisations
Grant funding of up to $15,000
Opportunity to implement youth-led climate mobility solutions
Visibility and engagement with a UN agency
Contribution to regional efforts addressing climate-related migration challenges
Eligible Countries Open to youth-led organisations from African countries.
Key Dates Application Deadline: 19 January 2026 Time: 6:00 PM East Africa Time (EAT)
