Applications are open for financial support to attend COP30 in Belém, Brazil. This opportunity is designed for individuals from low- and middle-income countries with a strong interest in climate and mental health. One person will be selected to receive support covering travel, accommodation, and subsistence for up to £3,000, enabling them to participate in crucial global discussions on climate and mental health at COP30. Applicants must already have or be assured of a Blue Zone pass and be prepared to contribute through communications work such as short blogs or video pieces
Overview
- Host Institution : United for Global Mental Health
- Program Type : Fully Funded
Program Benefits
The selected participant will receive financial support covering travel, accommodation, and subsistence costs up to a maximum of £3,000. This funding ensures meaningful participation at COP30 without the burden of personal expense.
Eligibility Criteria
- Be from or residing in a low- and middle-income country (see list here: https://wellcome.org/research-funding/guidance/prepare-to-apply/low-and-middle-income-countries)
- Have expertise in climate and mental health and/or would feel confident discussing climate and mental health topics at COP30 (e.g., on a side event)
- Already have or have received assurance of receiving a pass to enter the Blue Zone at COP30
- Be available to do some communications work while at COP30 (e.g., a piece to camera or a short blog for United for Global Mental Health)
- Be able to navigate COP spaces independently (we do not have internal capacity to provide this type of support)
- Be available for coordination meetings with United for Global Mental Health (e.g., once every 2 weeks) in the lead-up to COP30
Application
To apply, please submit via a form a short cover letter confirming your eligibility criteria and outlining why you would like to attend (maximum 500 words) and please upload your CV by Sunday 21st of September 23.59 CET.
