Wilson Center Lovejoy Award for Leadership in Environmental Conservation in Latin America

Wilson Center Lovejoy Award for Leadership in Environmental Conservation in Latin America

• Award Overview

  The Lovejoy Award is an annual award that celebrates emerging leaders in environmental conservation. By recognizing and empowering individuals under 40 engaged in impactful public policy and conservation efforts, this award continues Lovejoy’s mission of safeguarding our planet’s biodiversity.

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• Eligibility & Selection Process

  The Lovejoy Award seeks to identify leaders under 40 actively developing public policy and conservation efforts across Latin America, with a focus on environmental law enforcement and advocacy. Ideal candidates include government officials, civil society leaders, journalists, and scientists dedicated to making lasting impacts in environmental conservation and protecting tropical forests.

  • Selection Process:
    • Nomination and review by a committee comprising Wilson Center representatives, the Lovejoy family, and other conservation supporters.
    • Selection criteria emphasizing contributions to policy development, advocacy, and scientific engagement.

  Eligibility Summary:

  • Age limit: Under 40
  • Profession: Government officials, civil society leaders, journalists, scientists
  • Scope: Contributions to conservation policy, law enforcement, and public engagement in Latin America.

• Award Benefits

  List the benefits the winner will receive:

  • Annual Recognition: Presented by notable conservation leaders (invited guest for inaugural award: Marina Silva, Brazil’s Minister of the Environment).
  • $10,000 Cash Prize.
  • Global Fellow Designation: Exclusive access to Wilson Center’s mentorship, networking, and collaboration opportunities with conservation leaders worldwide.
  • Residency Opportunity: Potential for a residency at the Wilson Center to enhance policy impact and regional influence.

• Timeline

  • Launch Date: December 5, 2024 – Latin America Program Gala, Miami
  • Nomination Period: Begin recruitment and nominations at gala event
  • First Award Presentation: November 2025 - Casa Wilson Center at COP30 in Belem, Brazil

• Join Us in Supporting Future Environmental Leaders

  The Lovejoy Award relies on the generosity of individuals, companies, and foundations committed to advancing environmental conservation in Latin America. Support the next generation of environmental champions and help us continue Tom Lovejoy’s legacy.

  For more information contact us at benjamin.gedan@wilsoncenter.org