FCAL

Fellows in Caribbean Academic Leadership

Ongoing projects

UNDP & Gaea Conservation Network: Partnering on biodiversity monitoring, habitat conservation, and capacity building in Grenada.

Past events

Check out highlights from our past four annual conferences, workshops, cross-boundary events, and more!

Connecting, supporting, and empowering conservation leaders in the Caribbean

FCAL is a premier platform dedicated to connecting individuals working on conservation projects across the Caribbean. FCAL fosters collaboration, innovation, and leadership by bringing together students, early-career professionals, and established experts from academia, NGOs, and government sectors.

Since its inaugural conference in 2021, FCAL has grown into a dynamic network that provides training materials, mentorship opportunities, and practical resources to support conservation practitioners. Through interactive workshops, keynote talks from global and regional experts, alumni panels, and skill-building sessions, FCAL equips participants with essential tools for effective conservation leadership and scientific communication.

Each annual conference embraces a unique theme, emphasizing the power of networking and cross-disciplinary collaboration to drive impactful change. By fostering connections and knowledge-sharing, FCAL empowers the next generation of environmental stewards and strengthens conservation efforts across the region.

OUR STORY

The first FCAL conference, held on November 19, 2021, featured keynote speakers, regional experts, and alumni discussing marine conservation and their professional experiences. Attendees participated in workshops on communication skills, and the positive feedback led to the annual event's continuation. Now, FCAL has expanded to include workshops that foster collaboration with regional and international experts, further enriching the learning experience for participants.

UNDP

UNDP PROJECT

Climate-Resilient Agriculture for Integrated Landscape Management

Are you part of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) project led by GAEA Conservation Network?

FCAL is proud to support this project, which focuses on integrating and expanding biodiversity and ecosystem conservation approaches across key watersheds, agricultural systems, and other production landscapes.

As part of a consortium of ecologists, biodiversity specialists, and emerging experts with experience in Grenada and the broader Caribbean region, we are excited to have you participate in this project. Your contributions are vital to advancing sustainable conservation efforts in the region.

To access training materials and protocols, you must sign up and receive approval as a project member.