Are you a young creative (18-25) with a passion for storytelling and community heritage?
Story Catchers is a paid development opportunity for Wandsworth-based young people to capture and preserve the untold stories of local elders, bringing them to life through the creative practice of archiving. Selected participants will receive professional training on collecting oral histories, plus the opportunity to build intergenerational connections with older members of the community and co-design a community feast, inspired by their interviews!
After a successful first phase, Story Catchers is returning for a second iteration in collaboration with Memories Kitchen – creative heritage programme that empowers global majority 18–25 year-olds and builds intergenerational connections.
This opportunity is open to Global Majority 18–25 year-olds who live, work or study in Wandsworth. All applications will be considered based on enthusiasm, interest, and commitment to the project goals.
Applications will close at 23:59 on Wednesday 15th October 2025.
Story Catchers programme participants will:
- Attend 9 online training sessions from late October – late November.
- Engage with older people from community members across Wandsworth
- Carry out oral history interviews independently
- Collaborate with chefs to design a food menu, supported by our facilitators
What you'll gain:
- £350 compensation for your participation
- An opportunity to work with a chef to co-design a bespoke menu for a community feast
- Opportunity to contribute to Wandsworth's existing heritage collection showcase your work at local cultural celebrations
- Connections with local heritage groups including members of Wandsworth’s African, Caribbean and South Asian diaspora
- Travel expenses covered
- Professional training in oral history techniques
- Mentorship and guidance from established creative professionals
- Join an alumni network of creative professionals
This is your chance to spotlight Wandsworth's diverse stories while developing valuable skills in archiving and documentary storytelling.
Total commitment: Approximately 20 hours (including some weekends) across the following key dates:
- 20/10/2025
- 27/10/2025
- 03/11/2025
- 10/11/2025
- 17/11/2025
- 24/11/2025
- 01/12/2025
- 08/12/2025
- 15/12/2025
Help us create a legacy that celebrates our borough's vibrant history and connects past, present, and future generations.