Just Food Systems Leadership Fellowship 2026 Opens Applications for Young Changemakers in Food, Climate and Social Justice
Six-Week Fellowship Programme Empowers Emerging Leaders to Create Impactful Food System Solutions
The Just Food Systems Leadership Fellowship is inviting applications from passionate students and young changemakers interested in food systems, climate action, animal welfare, sustainability, and social justice.
Organised through the Hatchery Fund, the fellowship is designed to equip emerging leaders with knowledge, skills, and practical experience to advocate for more just and sustainable food systems.
The programme welcomes individuals who want to develop their leadership abilities while creating positive change within their campuses and communities.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and will close once all available slots are filled.
About the Just Food Systems Leadership Fellowship
The Just Food Systems Leadership Fellowship is a learning and action-based programme focused on empowering young people to understand and address challenges within global food systems.
The fellowship explores the connections between:
- Food sustainability
- Climate change
- Animal welfare
- Social justice
- Community resilience
- Ethical leadership
Participants will gain knowledge and tools to design advocacy projects and encourage meaningful conversations around creating fairer and more sustainable food systems.
Fellowship Duration and Time Commitment
The programme consists of:
- Six weeks of virtual fellowship sessions
- Project execution phase following the learning period
Participants should commit approximately:
- 1 hour per week for virtual sessions
- 3–5 hours per week for readings, preparation, and project activities
The organisers encourage selected fellows to attend all six sessions and actively participate throughout the programme.
Who Should Apply?
The fellowship is suitable for students and young leaders who are interested in:
- Sustainable food systems
- Environmental advocacy
- Climate solutions
- Animal welfare
- Community development
- Social justice movements
- Youth leadership
Applicants do not need to have extensive experience. The programme welcomes individuals with passion, curiosity, and a willingness to learn and take action.
What Participants Will Gain
Through the fellowship, participants will have the opportunity to:
- Develop leadership skills
- Learn about food system challenges and solutions
- Connect with other young changemakers
- Build advocacy and communication skills
- Develop a practical campus-based project
- Strengthen their understanding of sustainability and social justice
The fellowship provides a platform for young people to move from awareness to action by creating solutions within their communities.
Fellowship Application Requirements
Interested applicants are required to complete an online application form.
The application will ask candidates to provide:
- Full name
- University, programme of study, and year
- Email address
- Mobile number
Applicants will also answer questions about their:
- Motivation for joining the fellowship
- Leadership and community engagement experience
- Interest in food systems, climate change, animal welfare, or social justice
- Proposed campus advocacy project
- Ability to commit to the six-week programme
Leadership and Community Engagement Experience
Applicants are encouraged to highlight any leadership, volunteering, advocacy, or community involvement experiences.
Examples may include:
- Campus clubs and societies
- Student initiatives
- Volunteer activities
- Community projects
- Awareness campaigns
- Informal leadership roles
The fellowship values individuals who demonstrate initiative and a commitment to creating positive change.
Creating Campus-Based Food System Solutions
A key part of the fellowship involves developing a small advocacy project.
Participants will identify an issue related to areas such as:
- Sustainable food choices
- Food waste reduction
- Climate-friendly diets
- Animal welfare awareness
- Food justice
- Community food security
Fellows will be encouraged to apply their learning by creating practical solutions that can inspire action within their campuses.
Application Process and Deadline
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Interested applicants should apply early because applications will close once all fellowship positions are filled.
Candidates can expect a response approximately two weeks after submitting their application.
The application process takes approximately 10–15 minutes to complete.
Commitment to Authentic Applications
The fellowship organisers encourage applicants to provide genuine responses that reflect their own experiences, motivations, and perspectives.
Applicants are encouraged to share their personal journey, interests, and ideas rather than relying on generic responses.
Become a Future Food Systems Leader
The Just Food Systems Leadership Fellowship provides young people with an opportunity to learn, connect, and take meaningful action toward a more sustainable future.
By bringing together emerging leaders interested in food, climate, and social justice, the fellowship aims to create a generation of advocates who can influence positive change in their communities.
Students and young changemakers passionate about building fairer and more sustainable food systems are encouraged to apply.
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Disclaimer: Remote Job Opportunities (RJO) is not the organization offering this opportunity. For any inquiries, please contact the responsible organization directly. Please do not send your applications to RJO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.
