The annual National Geographic/Buffett Awards for Leadership in Conservation were established by the Society and The Howard G. Buffett Foundation to recognize and celebrate unsung heroes working in the field. Two awards are presented each year: one for achievement in Africa (established in 2002) and the other for achievement in Latin America (established in 2005).
Recipients of these awards have demonstrated outstanding leadership in managing and protecting the natural resources in their regions and countries. In addition, they are each inspirational conservation advocates who serve as role models and mentors.
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United StatesBenefits
- Award recipients are chosen from nominations submitted to the Committee for Research and Exploration, which screens each nominee through a peer-review process
- The awardees chosen each year are honoured at a ceremony in Washington, D.C.
- Receive a one-time grant of $25,000 to support their ongoing work
Eligibilities
- Nominee must be a citizen of the country where he/she develops the conservation work.
- Nominee must be an accomplished individual who has created positive change in his/her community through conservation.
- Buffett Awards are NOT lifetime achievement awards, nor are they early career awards. Thus nominees must be at the peak of their careers as conservation leaders
- Buffett Awards are NOT conservation grants. If you are interested in applying for a grant from National Geographic, please visit their official website
- Preference will be given to nominees who have not received multiple conservation awards
- Preference will be given to nominees with species-focused conservation efforts
Application Process
Apply online through the given link
Application Deadline: January 8, 2018
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