Each month we round up five of the most exciting opportunities currently available for young people living on the Isle of Wight, whether that’s from Brave Island or from other organisations we think you should get involved with! Check out our top picks for July below.
Create Short Film for Channel 4 News
We’re looking for a young filmmaker in their final year of sixth form or college, to produce a short film following theirs and their friends’ experiences of finishing compulsory education and exploring what comes next.
Channel 4 News is reporting on the story of young people’s ambitions for the future, what paths they take after compulsory education, and how this experience affects them. They are looking for a young filmmaker to produce a short film (5-7 mins) documenting this story. The film could follow the journey from the end of school into the autumn and what different paths this brings people on, for example some may go to University, some may find apprenticeships, some may go into work, or some may not have their next steps figured out.
Find out more and apply here.
Nature Safari: Citizen Science in the Calbourne Valley
Join the IW Biosphere Festival on Sunday 5th July for a Nature Safari: Citizen Science in the Calbourne Valley, a relaxed, youth-focused day at Calbourne Water Mill where you can explore local wildlife and take part in real citizen science.
Aimed at ages 16-25, the day includes hands-on activities – some designed and led by young people – offering a chance to build practical ID skills, connect with like-minded peers, and gain experience to highlight on a CV.
Tickets are free but booking is required. Book here.
United in Art Festival
United in Art is a free online festival created by young people, for young people, shaped by Artswork’s Youth Board.
This one-day event is designed to celebrate creativity from young voices across the UK.
United in Art is one of the ways Artswork’s Youth Board share their voices with the world.
Sunday 5th July, 11am – 6pm, held on Zoom. Book your free space here.
Join Festival Media Team
Aged 18-25 and interested in content creation, journalism, or live events? This is your chance to go behind the scenes at Ventnor Fringe, watch shows for free, meet performers and crew, and create content!
Ventnor Fringe is the Island’s largest arts festival, transforming the town with a whole host of boutique venues and pop-up bars. Running for 10 days between Friday 17th and Sunday 26th July, there’s over 100 different shows with a huge mix of theatre, comedy, music, circus, cabaret and exhibitions.
Sign up here.
Brave Island Guide to Ventnor Fringe
Think nothing ever happens on the Isle of Wight? From Friday 17th to Sunday 26th July, Ventnor is completely transformed by Ventnor Fringe. We’re talking gigs, secret shows, comedy, theatre, and pop-up venues taking over the town. Started by local young people and now in its 17th year, it still has that homegrown vibe.
We know a 10 day festival across a whole town can be a lot to wrap your head around, so we’ve broken down exactly how to navigate the Fringe for a low-cost, low-stress experience.
Read our simple guide here.
