Call for Applications | 3rd EARW – Strengthening Science Diplomacy for Sustainable Development

Applications are now open for the 3rd East Africa Regional Capacity Building Training Workshop on Strengthening Science Diplomacy for Sustainable Development, a five-day programme designed to strengthen the capacity of researchers, policymakers, and science professionals to bridge science, policy, and international cooperation.
Date: 21–25 September 2026
Location: Main Campus Maseno University, Kisumu, Kenya
Building on the East Africa Regional Workshop (EARW) Series established in 2024, this programme will equip participants with practical skills in science diplomacy, science communication, policy engagement, negotiation, and international collaboration. The workshop welcomes researchers, academics, policymakers, science advisors, research managers, and professionals working on sustainable development challenges.
Applications Open: 31 July 2026, Friday
Deadline: 16 August 2026, Sunday
Apply here: https://forms.gle/LWY6RJ6mNtuT6x2U9
Please refer to the programme brochure [here] for full details on eligibility and participation.
ISTIC CONTACT PERSON
Mdm. Hannah Norazharuddin
Email: hannah@istic-unesco.org
Email: hannah@istic-unesco.org
Mr. Hazman Al-Hafiz Hazal
Email: hazman@istic-unesco.org
Email: hazman@istic-unesco.org
MASENO UNIVERSITY
Address: XHRX+W86, Kondele Kisumu-Busia Rd Maseno, Kisumu – Busia Rd, Kisumu, Kenya
Email: feeanode@maseno.ac.ke
Website: http://www.maseno.ac.ke/
Email: feeanode@maseno.ac.ke
Website: http://www.maseno.ac.ke/
HOSTING COUNTRY CONTACT PERSON
Prof. Dr. Chrispin Kowenje
Email: ckowenje@maseno.ac.ke
Email: ckowenje@maseno.ac.ke


