Round 30 of the Darwin Initiative is now open! We are welcoming applications under all four funding schemes – please see below for closing dates. Deadline for Darwin Initiative Extra: Monday 18 September 2023 Deadline for Darwin Initiative Main Stage 1: Monday 3 July 2023 Deadline for Darwin Initiative Capability & Capacity: Monday 23 October […]

Darwin Expert Committee recruitment   The Darwin Initiative is a competitive UK government grant scheme aimed at protecting and preserving biodiversity and the local communities that live alongside it, in developing countries. The Darwin Expert Committee (DEC) is made up of independent experts including academics, practitioners and NGO representatives, along with government officials, all with significant senior […]

Under Round 28 a total of 62 projects were awarded under the Darwin Initiative. This includes 31 Darwin Initiative Main projects, 5 Darwin Initiative Extra projects, 16 Capability & Capacity and 10 Innovation projects under the newly introduced schemes. The full list of newly funded Round 28 projects can be found here. Congratulations to all […]

Under Round 29, the Darwin Initiative celebrates its 30th anniversary and is welcoming applications under Darwin Initiative Main and Darwin Initiative Extra, with the Capability & Capacity and Innovation schemes opening in September. Deadline for Darwin Initiative Main Stage 1: Monday 25 July 2022 Deadline for Darwin Initiative Extra: Monday 3 October 2022 Further information […]

Our latest newsletter launched in March 2022 focuses on “Charismatic Conservation” and features both Darwin Initiative and Darwin Plus projects. In this edition of the newsletter, we hear from a number projects working on protecting well-known charismatic species such as sea turtles in Chagos Archipelago, Uganda’s national bird, the Grey Crowned Crane, and the emblematic Tamaraw […]

We’re thrilled to announce the successful projects funded under the latest Round of Darwin Plus, which supports projects working on environment and climate change issues in the UK Overseas Territories (UKOTs). The official press release for the new projects can be found here. In total, 29 main projects and 2 Fellowships have been awarded under […]

Our latest information note on project reporting is now available on all three project websites! This information note outlines the technical reporting requirements for all funds supported under the Darwin Initiative, Darwin Plus and the Illegal Wildlife Trade Challenge Fund. In addition, the information note provides useful tips and advice for reporting.  Information Note – […]

COVID-19 has had global environmental, social and economic implications. The COVID-19 Rapid Response Round is supporting projects across the Darwin Initiative, Darwin Plus and IWT Challenge Fund to respond to the immediate impacts of the pandemic and support early stages of recovery. In total, this one-off grant fund is supporting 26 projects working across Darwin […]

We are excited to launch the latest Round of applications for Darwin Plus and Darwin Plus Fellowships. Further information on how to apply and details on the eligibility criteria please read the Darwin Plus Guidance for applicants. Please note that ODA eligible UK Overseas Territories (Montserrat, St Helena, Tristan da Cunha and Pitcairn) should apply to Darwin […]

We are pleased to announce that applications are now open for Round 27 of Darwin Main, Partnership and Fellowship projects. Further information on how to apply and details on the eligibility criteria please read the Guidance for applicants to the Darwin Initiative. From Round 27, ODA eligible UK Overseas Territories (Montserrat, St Helena, Tristan da […]

We are happy to announce new projects funded through the Darwin Initiative! This includes 17 new Darwin Main projects, 9 Partnership Projects and 3 Fellowships – click here to see the full list. We are also pleased to announce 22 new projects under the Darwin Plus scheme – click here to see the full list. Darwin Plus grants are for […]

The updated annual reporting templates for the 2020 are now available on the Darwin website here. Final reports and report review templates have also been updated and can be accessed using the link above. If you have any questions about project reporting requirements, please refer to the guidance on writing a Darwin report or contact […]

Just in time for International Women’s Day our latest Darwin newsletter on gender equality and empowerment has launched. This edition of the newsletter features projects working across the globe to create a better and brighter future for women and girls by challenging cultural norms and removing stigma. To read the inspiring articles in this edition, […]

We are pleased to announce that our latest newsletter on the role of tradition and culture in conservation has launched. In this edition of the newsletter we hear from a number of projects that are improving livelihoods of local communities and aiding in the protection of culturally important flora and fauna. To read our December […]

We are pleased to announce 32 new projects under Round 25, for the complete list please click here Darwin Initiative grants are for projects supporting developing countries to conserve biodiversity and reduce poverty. Follow us on twitter and facebook for updates from our new and existing projects!

Updated Half Year, Annual and Final Report templates are now available on the Darwin website here. Annual and Final Report Review templates have also been updated and can be accessed on the same page. Updated annual and advanced claim forms are also available on the Darwin website here. If you have any questions about project […]

We are pleased to announce seventeen new projects under the Darwin Plus scheme – click here to see the full list! Darwin Plus grants are for projects working on environment or climate change issues in the UK Overseas Territories (UKOTs). Follow us on Facebook or Twitter to see updates on how these new projects, and […]

The Darwin Initiative is currently recruiting for a new chair for both the Darwin Expert Committee and the Darwin Plus Advisory Group. More information on the role and details on how to apply can be found here: https://publicappointments.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/appointment/darwin-expert-committee-dec-chair/ The closing date for applications is noon on Monday the 22 October 2018. For more information on […]

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) is seeking applications for new members to join its Darwin Expert Committee (DEC). We are particularly seeking individuals who have: experience and expertise in delivering biodiversity projects and programmes in developing countries, and in delivering sustainable economic and/or livelihoods benefits in developing countries through such projects […]

We are very happy to announce the opening of Darwin Initiative Funding Round 25. Projects are being sought that support the commitments set out in the UK Government’s 25 Year Environment Plan. For detailed information about eligibility and how to apply please read the Guidance for applicants to the Darwin Initiative. This year, for the […]

On the International Day for Biological Diversity we are delighted to announce the list of new Darwin Projects funded under Round 24 of the scheme. This year the Darwin Initiative will fund 52 successful projects around the globe sharing £10.6 million and delivering flagship commitments set out in the UK Government’s 25 Year Environment Plan. […]

We are pleased to launch our latest edition of the newsletter on the International Day for Biological Diversity, which this year is themed on “Celebrating 25 Years of Action for Biodiversity” to mark the 25th anniversary of the entry into force of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). The Darwin Initiative itself was announced just […]

We are pleased to announce thirteen new projects under the Darwin Plus scheme – click here to see the full list! Darwin Plus grants are for projects working on environment or climate change issues in the UK Overseas Territories (UKOTs). Follow us on Facebook or Twitter to see updates on how these new projects, and […]

Updated Half Year, Annual and Final Report templates are now available on the Darwin website here. Annual and Final Report Review templates have also been updated and can be accessed on the same page. Updated annual and advanced claim forms are also available on the Darwin website here. If you have any questions about project […]

Our latest edition of the newsletter is themed around Sustainable Development Goal 14 “Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development”. Oceans cover three quarters of the Earth’s surface and support the livelihoods of over three billion people. However, ocean ecosystems are under threat, with as much as 40% the […]