Water Leadership Program (WLP) Scholarships

The Water Leadership Program (WLP) Scholarships are a set of full and partial scholarships offered to support leadership development in the water sector. They are administered by the International WaterCentre to enable participation in the WLP cohort. The 2026 round includes female-only and open scholarships and welcomes applications from Indigenous water leaders working in community or institutional contexts. The number and value of scholarships awarded are at the discretion of the International WaterCentre.

Full and partial scholarships to support participation in the Water Leadership Program (WLP).

Aspiring female and male Indigenous water leaders, whether working in community or institutional contexts, are encouraged to apply. Specific female-only scholarships are available for women applicants.

Apply via the online application form; application questions are available in a provided PDF.