Open Call for the Girls Who Click Ambassador Program

Deadline: 01-Oct-2026

The Girls Who Click Ambassador Program provides free mentorship and professional development opportunities for young female and female-identified photographers and videographers interested in nature storytelling. The programme is open internationally to participants aged 16 to 30 who want to strengthen their creative skills, develop professional connections, and advance their careers in nature photography and videography. Selected ambassadors receive nine months of mentorship, access to Girls Who Click workshops, opportunities for professional exposure, and connections with a global community of peers and nature storytellers.

About the Girls Who Click Ambassador Program

The Girls Who Click Ambassador Program is designed to support young women and female-identified visual storytellers who are developing their work in nature photography and videography. The programme connects emerging creatives with experienced professional women working in nature photography.

Its goal is to help participants:

- Develop technical photography and videography skills. - Improve their nature storytelling. - Receive professional mentorship. - Build industry connections. - Gain access to learning opportunities. - Connect with other young visual storytellers. - Increase professional exposure. Who Is Eligible? The programme is open to young female and female-identified photographers and videographers from all countries.

Applicants must:

- Be aged 16 to 30. - Identify as female or female-identified. - Be a photographer or videographer. - Have an interest in nature storytelling. - Be ready to advance their creative and professional work. The programme is particularly suited to young visual storytellers who want to develop their work and take the next step in their creative careers. What Does the Program Offer? Selected participants receive a comprehensive package of mentorship, workshops, networking, and professional exposure. Nine-Month Mentorship Each selected participant receives nine months of mentorship with a Girls Who Click Partner Photographer. The mentorship provides direct access to an experienced professional female nature photographer. This can help participants strengthen their creative practice and receive guidance as they develop their own nature storytelling work. Access to GWC Workshops Ambassadors receive access to all Girls Who Click workshops, whether they are offered: - In person. - Online. These workshops provide additional opportunities to learn, develop skills, and engage with the wider Girls Who Click community. Global Peer Network

Participants become part of a global network of young photographers and videographers

This provides opportunities to:

- Connect with peers. - Exchange experiences. - Share creative perspectives. - Build professional relationships. - Learn from other emerging visual storytellers. Professional Exposure Selected ambassadors may have opportunities to be featured on Girls Who Click’s platforms. This can help participants gain visibility for their work and introduce their photography or videography to a wider audience. Nature Storytelling Focus The programme focuses specifically on nature storytelling. Applicants should therefore demonstrate an interest in using photography or videography to communicate stories connected with nature. The programme combines creative development with professional growth, helping young visual storytellers develop both their technical abilities and their industry connections. Is the Program Free? Yes. The Girls Who Click Ambassador Program is free for all selected participants.

The programme includes:

- Nine-month mentorship. - Access to GWC workshops. - Professional development opportunities. - Global peer networking. - Potential features on GWC platforms. Benefits of Becoming a GWC Ambassador

Participants can benefit from several forms of professional and creative development

Technical Skill Development Workshops and mentorship can help participants strengthen their photography and videography skills. Professional Mentorship Working with a professional female nature photographer provides participants with direct guidance from someone with experience in the field. Industry Connections The programme helps young visual storytellers build relationships with photographers, peers, and the wider nature storytelling community. Portfolio and Career Development The mentorship and professional development opportunities can help participants advance their existing work and strengthen their creative direction. Increased Visibility Being featured on Girls Who Click platforms can provide additional exposure for selected participants and their work. International Community Because applicants can come from all countries, participants can become part of a diverse international peer network. Who Should Apply? The programme may be particularly suitable for young photographers and videographers who: - Are serious about developing nature storytelling. - Want professional guidance from an experienced photographer. - Are looking for structured mentorship. - Want to improve their technical skills. - Want to connect with an international creative community. - Are interested in professional development. - Want greater exposure for their work. How to Prepare for the Program Applicants should present themselves as emerging visual storytellers who are ready to develop their work. Show Your Creative Work Prepare examples that demonstrate your photography or videography skills and your interest in nature storytelling. Explain Your Goals Clearly communicate what you want to achieve through the mentorship and professional development programme. Highlight Your Interest in Nature Explain why nature storytelling is important to your creative practice and what stories you want to explore. Identify Your Development Needs Think about the skills, knowledge, professional connections, or creative guidance you want to gain during the programme. Demonstrate C