AWARD Fellowships

03/06/2026

Climate change is impacting communities on varying levels.

For fishing communities along the Gulf of Guinea, it is not only altering fish distribution and productivity but also increasing competition and tension.

Dr. Toyosi Igejongbo, a One Planet Laureate, has secured a grant to advance sustainable fisheries along the Gulf of Guinea, a significant step toward strengthening marine resource management, enhancing climate resilience, and supporting the livelihoods of coastal communities.

We are proud to celebrate Dr. Toyosi Igejongbo for this incredible milestone!

Read more: https://bit.ly/3RM2O7B.

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02/06/2026

Join the next session of the "Gender Transformation for Business Sense" webinar series—the first in a three-part mini-series exploring 'gender transformative leadership' and its role in building more inclusive, equitable, and resilient organizations.

Discover why gender-responsive leadership matters, and the difference it can make for individuals, institutions, and communities.

📅 Register here: on.cgiar.org/42vZBLs

30/05/2026

Weekend read:

How can the seed policies be reformed to move beyond merely acknowledging gender inequalities and instead implement targeted, transformative measures that ensure equitable access and participation for women and marginalized groups in cassava seed systems?

Read more: https://bit.ly/4ebcCk6

28/05/2026

Climate-resilient agricultural innovations are critical to securing Africa’s food systems amid climate change.

Through the Women in Agriculture Leadership Program, an initiative under the Africa-Australia Partnership for Climate Responsive Agriculture, we are equipping African women scientists with the skills and confidence to drive climate-resilient innovations, transforming research into tangible impact.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/43ysl6D.



Centre for International Agricultural Research , Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

27/05/2026

"It is not enough to have women participate in the field, but they must also be part of the decision-making process for impact to be felt and for it to be long-lasting," Dr. Gladys Chigamba, on the lessons she has learned working on promoting sustainable fisheries in Malawi.

Join the discussions live on our YouTube channel 👇

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27/05/2026

WE ARE LIVE!!!

Join us now for the `Virtual Knowledge Café with Dr. Gladys Chigamba, Lecturer in Aquaculture and Fisheries Economics, Lilongwe University Of Agriculture And Natural Resources (LUANAR), Malawi.

Catch the conversation live on our YouTube channel 👇

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27/05/2026

From AWARD Fellowships, we wish the AWARD community happiness and abundant blessings this Eid Ul-Adha.

May this special occasion bring harmony, success, prosperity, and cherished moments with your loved ones.

Happy Eid Ul-Adha!!

26/05/2026

Can sustainable fisheries help women and youth build climate resilience?

Join our Virtual Knowledge Café for an engaging conversation on how climate solutions can better serve smallholder farmers.

🎙️ Hear from Dr. Gladys Chigamba, Lecturer in Aquaculture and Fisheries Economics, LUANAR-Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources, who will share how sustainable fisheries are creating opportunities and strengthening resilience in Malawi.

📅 Wed, May 27, 2026
⏰ 3:00–4:00 PM (EAT)
Be part of the discussion!

🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/4nYwEBS

25/05/2026

Happy ! 🌍

Today, we recognize and celebrate the diversity and endless potential of our continent.

At AWARD Fellowships, we are proud to champion African women scientists and professionals in agricultural research and innovation, committed to creating inclusive, resilient, and sustainable for Africa! 🌱

25/05/2026

Today, our team, represented by Dr. Susan Kaaria, Director, and Ms. Dorine Odongo, Senior Communications Manager, had the pleasure of meeting with the newly appointed Director General of KALRO, Dr. Patrick Ketiem, at the KALRO headquarters.

We were also thrilled to meet Dr. Alice Murage, Deputy Director General, Crops, and an AWARD Mentor, as well as senior managers from the organization.

We are grateful for our continued collaboration and looking forward to our continued engagement! 🌟🌟🌟