Women's Leadership Circle (WLC) Seed Grants

Post-graduation micro-grants for women leaders in forest restoration, community development, and wildlife protection across Africa.

Geographic Scope: Africa (13+ countries)

Program Description:
The Women's Leadership Circle is an 8-month leadership development program that brings together women leaders from across Africa. After graduation, participants become eligible to receive seed grants for professional development opportunities that align with their career goals and community impact work.

Focus Areas:

• Forest restoration
• Community development
• Wildlife protection
• Climate resilience
• Environmental leadership
• Food security
• Rangeland restoration

Eligibility:

• WLC program graduates
• Women leaders working in environmental/conservation sectors across Africa

Recent Impact (2025):

• 24 women graduated from second cohort (May 2025)
• $72,000 total distributed in seed grants
• Participants from 13 countries with diverse backgrounds (executive directors, crop researchers, wildlife rangers)
• Post-graduation outcomes: increased self-confidence, stronger leadership skills, greater sense of community

Application Process

Applications are available to Women's Leadership Circle graduates. Specific application procedures are managed through the WLC program directly. Interested WLC participants should inquire during or after their 8-month program participation about seed grant opportunities.

Note: Detailed application instructions not provided in source materials. Contact Planet Women directly for application procedures.