Youth Board Members (Aged 16-25)
London Wildlife Trust
Join the London Wildlife Trust Youth Board
Applications now open for 8 new Youth Board members (ages 16–25)
Are you passionate about nature, social justice, and making real change in your community? London Wildlife Trust is looking for enthusiastic, motivated young people from diverse backgrounds to join our Youth Board. The Youth Board consists of 15 motivated young people (aged 16-25) who are passionate about London’s wildlife and ensuring young people’s voices are heard. Over the year we meet every month in person at one of our London Wildlife Trust sites to discuss and plan a range of projects and topics.
Why join?
- Paid-for residential nature retreat in Norfolk
- Monthly in-person meetings and mentoring from senior leaders
- Create campaigns, curate events, speak in front of new audiences, and more
- Training in leadership, public speaking, careers, and conservation
- Build your network, boost your CV, and inspire others
- All travel and food expenses covered
You do not need experience in nature or conservation — just passion, commitment, and a desire to create change.
Some examples of what we've achieved in 2024/25
- Created an eco-anxiety zine
- Wrote and produced a short film on connecting with nature in London
- Presented at events such as the Wildlife Trusts' Hope Week and House of Lords Maiden Speech
- Take part in interviews for Director vacancies in the Trust
- Meeting with the Deputy Mayor to discuss plans for London
Deadline: Sunday 3rd August at 11:59pm
Must live in Greater London at least 7 months of the year (see GLA postcodes on our website)
Residential dates: 26–28 September
Apply in writing, video or voice note
Let your voice be heard! Questions? Email: [email protected], and do make sure to read the application pack which has a lot more information inside!
About London Wildlife Trust
London Wildlife Trust is a driving force for nature conservation across the capital. With our dedicated supporters and volunteers, we work tirelessly to protect wildlife across London.
We take action every day to help wildlife flourish through practical conservation work; we engage, inspire and enable people to connect with nature; and through campaigns and consultancy, we give wildlife a voice.
London Wildlife Trust is a driving force for nature conservation across the capital. With our dedicated supporters and volunteers, we work tirelessly to protect wildlife across London. We take action every day to help wildlife flourish through practical conservation work; we engage, inspire and enable people to connect with nature; and through campaigns and consultancy, we give wildlife a voice.
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