Youth Forum application form

For young people aged 16-25

We're excited that you're interested in joining the Norfolk Wildlife Trust Youth Forum! This application form will help us get to know you a little better and understand why you want to be part of our youth-led collective.

To apply, fill in the form below by Friday 17 January 2025.

Estimated total time: Completing the form should take about 45 minutes to 1 hour.

This application form is designed to help you tell us who you are, why you want to be involved, and what you'll bring to the Youth Forum. Don't be afraid to be yourself – we want to know what makes YOU passionate about nature and how we can all work together to make a difference.

For any questions or help completing your application, please contact Alex at youthaction@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk. Thank you for applying! 🌍🌱

About the Youth Forum

The Norfolk Wildlife Trust Youth Forum is a voluntary, youth-led group that brings together young people who are passionate about wildlife conservation, sustainability, and making a positive impact on Norfolk's environment.

We're looking for enthusiastic individuals aged 16-25 to join the forum, help shape the future of nature in Norfolk, and develop valuable skills along the way!

As a member of the Youth Forum, you'll work with other like-minded young people to lead nature-based projects, help manage local nature reserves, organise events, and get involved in a range of exciting conservation activities.

Whether you're passionate about biodiversity, community engagement, or simply spending more time outdoors, this is a great opportunity to take action for the planet and grow as a leader.

Building Foundations for the Future is funded thanks to support from National Lottery players and The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Personal details

Full name

Pronouns

Date of birth

MM/DD/YYYY

Age

Email address

Street address

Post town

Postal code

Phone number

Do you have any access requirements we should know about? (We want to make sure everyone can take part!)

About you

Tell us about yourself

We'd love to get to know you better! Share a little bit about who you are, your interests, and what makes you excited about the future.

Why would you like to join the Youth Forum?

What draws you to the Youth Forum, and what are you hoping to gain from the experience?

What are you currently passionate about?

What are the causes, hobbies, or issues that you care deeply about right now?

Experience and interests

Tell us about a time you've enjoyed being in nature

We want to know about a time you felt connected to nature - whether you were out walking, volunteering, or just spending time outdoors. What did you enjoy about it?

Tell us about a time you've worked well in a team

Give an example of when you worked with others to achieve something - this could be a school project, sports, or even a personal project. What was your role?

Your commitment

The Youth Forum meets once a month - can you commit to attending regularly?

Our first get-together will be on Wednesday 19 February 2025. Will you be able to make it, and do you think you can attend most monthly meet-ups? (We know life can get busy, so let us know if there are any commitments we should be aware of.)

Are you interested in helping out with any specific areas of the Youth Forum (e.g. organising events, conservation activities, promoting the forum)?

Let us know if there are any areas where you feel you can make a special contribution.

Equal opportunities and diversity

How did you hear about the Youth Forum?

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