The Nature and Conservation Storytelling Fellowship in Wales

English / Cymraeg

The Nature & Conservation Storytelling Fellowship in Wales

Launched in partnership with The National Lottery Community Fund, this fellowship is a unique opportunity for young storytellers in Wales to develop and share impactful conservation narratives. Over the course of three months, fellows will receive:

  • Professional-grade equipment, which they keep after the fellowship for as long as you keep using it to tell stories. 

  • Mentorship from award-winning conservation and nature storytellers.

  • Training workshop in Wales, including project development and hands-on use of storytelling tools.

  • Full coverage of meals, accommodation, and travel expenses for the workshop and final exhibition. 

The programme culminates in a public exhibition and film screening where fellows will present their work to the Welsh conservation community, local activists, industry professionals and the broader public. The final exhibition will be a chance for fellows to foster dialogue on conservation and storytelling in Wales while showcasing and celebrating their work.

  • This fellowship is for young storytellers in Wales, aged 18–25, with a passion for sharing conservation and nature stories. No prior experience with storytelling tools or equipment is necessary.

    We especially encourage applications from young people who may not have felt heard before but are passionate about communicating the stories of their local environment.


  • A three-month fellowship offering mentorship, resources, and professional-grade equipment to develop unique, local conservation stories. Fellows will be matched with mentors, with whom they will have regular virtual meetings and communication as they develop their projects. 


  • Projects will focus on environments, wildlife, and communities in Wales. Fellows will be required to attend a two-day workshop at the end of March 2025 and a one-day final exhibition in June 2025. The cost of transportation and accommodation will be covered. 

  • The Fellowship will take place between March and June 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • No! This fellowship is open to anyone with a powerful story to tell, regardless of experience.

  • Yes, all costs for the workshop, including meals, accommodation, and travel, are fully covered.

  • Absolutely! The programme is built to take into account fellows who may be studying or working full time. Fellows will be able to set a mentorship schedule that is suitable for them and any in-person event will take place during weekends.

  • Yes! Although the professional-grade equipment will continue to below to Kogia; as a fellow you will be allowed to keep the equipment after the end of the programme, for as long as you keep using it to tell stories.

  • No, this fellowship is specifically for young storytellers based in Wales.

  • Yes.

  • Any story that highlights local conservation, challenges, or unique perspectives on nature and wildlife in Wales.

  • Applicants will be notified approximately 2 weeks after the application deadline.

  • The Fellowship programme accommodates both languages. Learning material, mentorship and the workshop will be provided in both English and Welsh.

  • No, the Fellowship programme includes story development. You do not need a story before you apply.