Following the success of last year’s Global and Regional Learning Sessions, EFN invites alumni to share real-world experiences using technology to advance locally driven conservation efforts. This Global Learning Session will create space for peer learning on how digital and field‑based tools can support conservation while honoring local knowledge, leadership, and context.

We are looking for practical case studies highlighting successes, challenges, and lessons learned that can inspire conversation and learning across the EFN Network.

Why participate?

· Highlight diverse, community‑centered approaches to using technology in conservation

· Share success stories, challenges, and lessons learned that can inform other conservation efforts

· Recognize the significant contributions of local communities in shaping effective conservation practices

· Foster proactive partnerships between EFN alumni and communities in WWF priority areas

Eligibility Criteria 

1. Submissions must come from an EFN eligible country.  
2. This call for submissions is open to the EFN global community from eligible countries within WWF-US priority areas. Eligible countries include Belize, Bhutan, Bolivia, Brazil, Cambodia, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chile, Colombia, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ecuador, Fiji, French Guiana, Gabon, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Indonesia, Kenya, Laos, Madagascar, Malaysia, Mexico, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nepal, Paraguay, Peru, Republic of Congo, Suriname, Tanzania, Uganda, Vietnam, and Zambia 
3. Submissions must come from a current EFN grant recipient or alumni.  
4. Please share the type of grant/fellowship you received from EFN and what year.  
5. The submitter must have practical experience focused on advancing the use of technology in community-based conservation.

Submission Process

To submit a case study, please use the link below. Submissions will be reviewed by a selection committee composed of EFN staff and alumni. Selected finalists from Africa, Asia, and Latin America will be invited to present their work during the Global and Region Learning Sessions.

Deadline: All submissions must be received by May 15, 2026.