The Storytellers Collective is an emerging group of Scotland-based storytellers who are using their creativity to amplify stories of community-led climate action. We have the ambition to engage wider audiences in conversations around their concrete visions for a beautiful, irresistible change that can inspire our communities around Scotland.
For more info on the collective, contact Story Weavers:
Storytelling Mini-Grants
Are you a podcaster, writer, storyteller, videographer interested in sharing positive community climate action and justice stories? SCCAN is offering mini-grants of £250 each to projects focused on climate action and climate justice from storytellers who want to contribute to the collective.
We have two new deadlines for 2023
- Monday 31 July at 5pm, with decisions made by Monday 14 August.
- Monday 30 October 5pm with decisions made by Monday 12 November. Check out the mini grants page for more details on how to apply.
What will we fund?
- Podcast episodes – to be published in 1000 Better Stories
- Short articles, non-fiction reportage and creative non-fiction to be published in 1000 Better Stories blog
- Other formats are also welcome such as a short film, comic strip, mixed media etc.
Criteria
Your proposal must include:
- Community-led Climate Action
- Social Justice
And at least 1 of these topics:
- About/involving SCCAN members
- Engaging less heard communities/Giving voice to underrepresented communities (geographically, socially, young people)
If you’re not sure if your idea is a good fit for the collective or need help with the application form please get in touch with Story Weaver Lesley Anne Rose at stories@scottishcommunitiescan.org.uk
We look forward to hearing your amazing stories!