IDRC John G. Bene Fellowship 2026 (Up to $30,000 CAD)
Brief Description
The IDRC John G. Bene Fellowship 2026 offers a valuable funding opportunity supported by the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) and the estate of John G. Bene. Providing up to ten awards of a maximum of CA$30,000, this program is designed for Canadians and permanent residents pursuing graduate studies who want to conduct practical field research in developing countries. If you are advancing your education with a focus on forest management, food systems, and environmental resilience, this Forestry research fellowship provides the financial backing you need to drive transformative change. Whether you are studying agroforestry, biodiversity conservation, or nature-based solutions that benefit smallholder farmers, youth, and Indigenous communities, your academic path can directly support vulnerable regions facing difficult contexts.
Name of Host Institution
International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
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Requirements/Eligibility Criteria
- You must be a citizen or permanent resident of Canada.
- You must be enrolled at a Canadian university at the master’s or doctoral level, having completed several courses of your program.
- Your academic background must combine interests in forests, climate resilience, biodiversity, or food systems.
- Your research proposal must be approved by your thesis supervisor with verifiable proof provided.
- Your proposed field research must take place in one or more developing countries for your master’s thesis or doctoral dissertation.
- You must provide evidence of affiliation with an institution or organization in the developing region where your research occurs.
- Doctoral students must have completed coursework and passed comprehensive exams before taking up the award.
Deadline
November 30, 2026
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