Call for Applications for Climate Democracy Accelerator 2026 is Open!!!
The Climate Democracy Accelerator (CDA) is a six-month, practice-oriented training and support program that prepares members to plan and implement an inclusive and participatory process for a just climate transition. Participants will develop a project to implement a participatory program focused on regenerative agriculture, renewable energy, and climate solutions that address the needs and voices of local communities.
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Climate change is a global issue affecting every aspect of our modern society. To tackle the climate crisis, governments have a mandate to enable and encourage citizens, civil society, activists and more to participate in shaping and implementing climate policies. By expanding public participation and bringing marginalized voices into decision-making, governments can create climate-focused policies that prioritize renewable energy and regenerative agriculture, ensuring solutions are equitable and responsive to community needs.
The Climate Democracy Accelerator has launched over 50 climate action and citizen engagement programs around the world since its inception in 2023 to work on climate action. This CDA cohort will consist of 30 government and civil society leaders. It will start in March 2026 and end in August 2026. In this cohort:
- Participants can expect to spend an average of two to three hours per week from March to August 2026 for the duration of the training program and mentoring support.
- Participants will also be asked to set aside a few key dates on their calendars to participate in the program’s live Zoom sessions and workshops held by in-country lead partners.
- After the completion of the training, participants will have 12 months to implement their action plan with the $10,000 USD funding received. The amount of time you spend on your project will depend on the action plan you have developed.
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People Powered is seeking government and civil society leaders to join a new cohort of innovators who want to launch participatory programs that shape climate policy, with a focus on regenerative agriculture, renewable energy, and just transitions.
To be selected for this program, applicants must be from governmental institutions, civil society organizations, or non-governmental organizations.
Benefits
- Access to a dedicated mentor to guide the development of their program
- Step-by-step resources, including the Participation Playbook, our interactive, online tool for designing participatory programs.
- Practice-oriented live sessions, online courses and workshops.
- Participation in a country-based peer group, facilitated by the in-country lead partner, for guidance, feedback, and collaboration.
- Localized case studies and resources relevant to participants’ country contexts.
- A $10,000 USD implementation grant for all participants.
- The top five action plans in each cohort will receive an additional $15,000 award.
Eligibilities
- Government institution officials, staff, and policymakers that partner with a civil society organization or NGO (the grant goes to the non-governmental partner).
- Civil society organizations/NGO staff members, climate advocates and participatory governance groups that partner with a government institution for action plan implementation.
- The program prioritizes applicants from the five priority countries: Brazil, Indonesia, India, Mexico, and South Africa.
Application Process
- Applicants are required to complete the online form given below in “apply link” with the following descriptions of:
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- a project proposal
- the climate challenge you are working on
- partnership experience
- goals for the program and
- how it addresses marginalized communities
Application Deadline: November 30, 2025 (22 Days Remaining)
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