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Summary

The DPNet Nepal Weekly Update for December 22, 2025, showcases a diverse range of global opportunities across climate action, environmental science, and social development. High-profile fellowships and seminars include the UNICEF Leading Minds Fellowship, ZUKOnnect Fellowships 2026, the International Seminar on Geography, ICON Fellowship, and the FAO Fellows Programme. Other professional development tracks feature the Australia Awards, Green Climate Fund Internship, and the Dr. Harka Gurung-New ERA Fellowship.

Educational funding is robust, with scholarships such as the WATENV M.Sc., UNESCO PhD, Yenching Academy, Oxford Clarendon, and the University of Antwerp. Regional and international support is also available through Lumbini Province scholarships, the Youth of Excellence Scheme of China, Russian Government grants, and University of Pecs awards.

Recognition and research funding include the Global Water Awards, CORE Grant, Earth Prize, Future Conservationist Awards, and the DRK Foundation Grant. Creative and justice-oriented initiatives like the Seed Award for Emerging Artists, Golden Turtle Wildlife Photography, and Feminist Climate Justice Research are also highlighted.

The update concludes with critical vacancies and funding calls, such as the Hindu Kush Himalaya Innovation Challenge, STEG Small Research Grants, Rainforest Trust, and Keeling Curve Prize. Infrastructure and consultancy needs are featured through tenders for solar power, WASH policy, firefighting equipment, and DanChurchAid partnerships, alongside SANDEE research notes and tax advisory RFPs for Nepal.