Achieving water, energy and food (WEF) security is a priority for Southern Africa and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, especially under unfavorable climate change, increasing urbanization, population growth, and advanced ecosystem degradation. Achieving WEF securities will require a collaborative and inclusive approach, which considers the interconnections and interdependencies among the three sectors.
Applications are now open for the Water, Energy and Food (WEF) Nexus Training which will take place as follows:
Online Masterclass
13 - 15 June 2023
In-person Advanced School for SADC Region
14 - 18 August 2023
In-person Advanced School for MENA Region
10 to 14 September 2023
WHO SHOULD APPLY: The training is a capacity-building initiative to support early career researchers.
WHAT TO EXPECT: postgraduate students, managers, and practitioners in understanding nexus thinking, particularly the WEF nexus, as a transformative approach to sustainable natural resources management and socio-economic development.
PROGRAM COST: There is no fee associated with participation in the online WEF Nexus Masterclass. However, a fee is associated with the WEF Nexus in-person Advanced School.
TO APPLY: visit this link to fill in the application form for the WEF Nexus Masterclass and in-person Advanced School for Southern Africa and the MENA region. When applying, participants should indicate whether they wish to be considered for the Masterclass and in-person Advanced School or to participate in either. Applicants should participate in the Masterclass to be accepted for the in-person Advance School.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 30 APRIL 2023