Your Story matters. Changing the world together
Ever wondered how young people like YOU can change the world?
“100 Objects for 100 Years” will showcase our stories throughout 100 years of Woodcraft. Funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, we will uncover the incredible history of the Woodcraft Folk!
- Tell the stories – work with our team to explore and share our stories.
- Meet fellow inspiring people Hear from past and present Woodcraft Folk experiences.
- Shape our Future How we can make a difference!
See below for more information!
For any questions or to get involved, get in touch with our Project Officer Marcus – marcus.belben@woodcraft.org.uk
What’s the Project About?
You are already part of something truly extraordinary! Young People in Woodcraft Folk have helped shape the world around them, each generation facing their challenges, working together, spanning the world with Friendship.
We want to work with you to explore our stories, now and from the past and bring them to life through 100 objects that tell the story of Woodcraft Folk over it’s 100 year history. We will share our stories of activism as a movement for peace and social justice. As a group of young people you will get to decide which stories are told, defining who we are and help shape our future.
What You’ll Do
- Talk to your friends and Woodcraft Leaders to find out more about Woodcraft Folk where you are
- Dive into our National Archives – join workshops at UCL where our archives are kept where we will explore our history
- Tell the stories – work creatively with the Museum of Youth Culture to write, photograph, film, find new ways for you to tell our stories
- Make new friends and connections with other Woodcraft Folk young members and share stories and experiences
- Create, curate and promote workshops and exhibitions with Young People at Camp 100 and a touring exhibition starting at Rochdale Pioneers Museum
Why Join?
- You’ll be part of a team led by young people celebrating youth culture
- Learn new skills in research, archivism, content creation, and communication
- Gain hands-on experience with archives, media production, and storytelling
- Build your CV and portfolio with unique creative work
- Get your work published in print, in galleries and online
- Take part in master classes and join trips across the UK presenting our stories
All expenses will be paid.
Who Can Apply?
If you’re aged 13-25 years, we want to hear from you!
No prior experience is necessary—just bring your enthusiasm.
If you are not between 13 and 25 and interested, we’d really like to hear from you too. To find out more about how please see volunteer role description.
How to Get Involved:
Please see here for a thorough role description. Individual young people will have the opportunity to identify which parts of the project they would like to engage with most – so please don’t feel you have to be involved in all tasks!
Fill out an expression of interest form here.
Deadline to Apply:
8th February 2025
For more information or any questions please get in touch with Marcus – marcus.belben@woodcraft.org.uk
