The Nairobi Summer School 2025, which will take place in Ethiopia, is currently accepting applications. The Nairobi Summer School on Climate Justice (NSSCJ), a project of the Pan-African Climate Justice Alliance (PACJA), is in charge of organizing this fully financed international event. From August 17 to August 30, 2025, Addis Ababa University will host the next edition, which will provide attendees with a two-week immersion experience centered upon sustainability, climate justice, and community-driven solutions.
Young leaders, activists, scholars, and professionals who are enthusiastic about combating climate change and advancing environmental justice in their communities are welcome to apply to the program from all over the world, including Africa, Asia, Europe, Oceania, and the Americas. Participants will participate in workshops, talks, and hands-on fieldwork conducted by climate experts over the course of 14 days, offering both global and local views.
Proof of English competence, such as an IELTS score, is not necessary, and there is no application cost. Travel, lodging, meals, and program materials will all be paid for, making this a genuinely inclusive and accessible opportunity for aspiring changemakers. The Nairobi Summer School provides an exciting opportunity to increase your knowledge, build your network, and take action on climate issues, regardless of your level of experience or desire to get started.
Below are further specifics regarding the program’s themes, requirements for eligibility, funding, and application procedure.
Host Country: Ethiopia
Location: Addis Ababa
Duration: 2 Weeks
Program Dates: 17 August to 30 August 2025
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- All nationalities are welcome to apply.
- must have earned an O-level diploma or a comparable high school diploma.
- Candidates must be between the ages of 18 and 35 when they apply.
- It is necessary to speak Portuguese, French, or English.
- Applicants who are not from Ethiopia must have a current passport.
Benefits:
- Round-trip airfare: Every participant who is chosen will get a ticket for a round-trip flight from their home country to Ethiopia and back.
- Visa Fees: The organizers will pay for all expenses related to acquiring an Ethiopian visa.
- Accommodation: For the duration of the summer program, participants will receive cozy, fully compensated housing.
- Tuition Fees: All tuition and participation fees are covered in full, making the program completely free.
- Meals: Throughout the program duration, breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be served every day.
- Certificate of Participation: Upon successful completion of the program, participants will be awarded an official certificate at the conclusion of the summer school.
Deadline: 5th May 2025
