Join the Women Leaders for Planetary Health Fellowship Program

About the role

The Women Leaders for Planetary Health Fellowship empowers women professionals through interdisciplinary training in planetary health, leadership, and project implementation, fostering collaboration and a global network for sustainable solutions.

Objectives

• Empower women professionals to integrate planetary health principles into health systems, policy, and community practice.
• Build capacity for systems leadership, communication, and advocacy at local, national, and global levels.
• Foster cross-sector collaboration between health, environment, and development stakeholders.
• Support fellows to design and implement projects that create measurable impact in their communities or institutions.
• Create a lasting global network of women leaders advancing planetary health solutions.

Key Components

• Foundational Learning: Fellows participate in a series of online modules that introduce the principles of planetary health, climate and environmental justice, leadership, and systems thinking.
• Leadership and Coaching: Personalized coaching sessions guide fellows in building confidence, refining leadership styles, and aligning professional goals with planetary health priorities.
• Applied Projects: Each fellow develops and implements a small-scale Planetary Health Action Project, addressing a key challenge in her context—such as sustainable healthcare delivery, mental health and climate resilience, or community-based environmental health initiatives.
• Networking and Peer Exchange: The program fosters an international community of practice where fellows collaborate across disciplines, share challenges and solutions, and build lasting professional relationships.
• Capstone and Reflection: At the conclusion of the Fellowship, participants present their project outcomes and reflect on lessons learned, leadership growth, and pathways for ongoing impact.

Focus Areas

• Clinical and public health practice: Integrating planetary health principles into healthcare delivery and prevention strategies.
• Health policy and governance: Advancing evidence-informed, equitable, and sustainable policy solutions.
• Community and mental health: Supporting resilience and wellbeing amid environmental and climate stresses.
• Health communication and advocacy: Translating science into public awareness and action.
• Education and research: Developing curricula, conducting transdisciplinary studies, and evaluating planetary health interventions.

Who Should Apply

• Healthcare and clinical practice (medicine, nursing, community health, mental health)
• Public health and epidemiology
• Environmental health, ecology, or conservation
• Policy, governance, or health diplomacy
• Advocacy, non-profit, or community-based organizations
• Academic and research institutions

Eligibility

• A minimum of three years of relevant professional experience in health, environment, or development sectors.
• Demonstrated interest in leadership and cross-sector collaboration for planetary health.
• Commitment to completing the full fellowship program while maintaining professional responsibilities.
• Proficiency in English (program materials and sessions are conducted in English).

Expected Outcomes

• Strengthened their knowledge of planetary health and sustainability frameworks.
• Developed strategic leadership, communication, and advocacy skills.
• Designed and implemented a practical planetary health initiative relevant to their professional setting.
• Expanded their global network of peers and mentors in planetary health.
• Enhanced their ability to influence policy, institutional practice, and community engagement.

Benefits

• Comprehensive learning experience led by experts in health, environment, and leadership.
• Access to a global mentorship network and peer support.
• Opportunities for collaboration and visibility in international planetary health forums.
• Flexibility to balance participation with ongoing work commitments.
• Certificate of completion recognizing advanced training in Planetary Health Leadership.

How To Apply

Fill the application form in the link below: Women Leaders for Planetary Health Fellowship

For More Information

Visit WLPH official website on the link below: HOME | Women Leaders for Planetary Health