Bow Seat's True Blue Fellowship
by Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs, Inc
$2,500 USD Project Funding
Bow Seat’s True Blue Fellowship empowers young leaders globally to drive water justice through art, science, and storytelling. It offers mentorship, funding, and a platform to amplify youth-led environmental projects.
Mode
Online
Fee
Free
Participation format
Individual and team
Teams of 1 to 3
Duration
1 year
Time needed
Monthly cohort meetings and regular check-ins with mentors, along with time dedicated to project implementation and quarterly reporting.
Eligibility
Open to young people worldwide aged 13-24. Applicants can be individuals or groups. Projects must be new or emerging (under two years old) and utilize creative arts to address ocean, waterway, or climate change issues. Applications must be submitted in English.
- Age range
- 13 to 18 years
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
- Academic requirement
- None specified, but a passion for environmental issues is essential.
- Prerequisites
- Passion for protecting the ocean, waterways, or the planet's climate.
- Innovative project idea utilizing creative arts to address environmental issues.
- Ability to submit applications in English.
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Rewards and recognition
Award
$2,500
Funding up to $2,500 USD is provided to support project implementation. Disbursement details will be communicated upon selection.
Certificate
Certificate of Completion
Certificate of completion provided upon successful conclusion of the fellowship.
Opens doors to
Participation demonstrates a strong commitment to environmental issues and leadership, which can significantly strengthen applications for higher education programs in environmental studies, arts, and social sciences.
Career pathways
Fellows gain valuable experience and a strong network, enhancing their prospects in environmental advocacy, creative industries, and social entrepreneurship. The program builds a foundation for future leadership roles in sustainability.
Recognition
International Recognition
Skills your child builds
Key dates
Last edition
- Registration opened
- 1 Jan 2026
- Registration closed
- 8 Jun 2026
How to apply
- 1Applicants must complete an online application form.
- 2The application requires a detailed outline of the project idea, its potential impact, and alignment with fellowship goals.
- 3Proof of age, identity, or eligibility may be requested after initial submission.
Rules and guidelines
- Applications must be submitted in English.
- Only one application per youth is permitted for this fellowship.
- Projects must be new or emerging, not older than two years.
- Projects must utilize the creative arts as the primary method for awareness or action.
- Fellows under 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian sign required documents.
- Fellows must participate in a virtual weekend orientation and monthly cohort meetings.
Technology requirements
- Access to a reliable internet connection for virtual meetings and online communication.
- Ability to participate in online WhatsApp chat community for informal check-ins.
- Access to necessary software or tools for creative project development (e.g., video editing software, graphic design tools).
About this opportunity
The True Blue Fellowship, an initiative by Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs, empowers young people worldwide to address critical ocean, waterway, and climate change issues through creative arts. This year-long fellowship supports youth-led environmental projects that utilize artistic expression as a primary method for awareness and action within local communities.
This program is open to young people aged 13-24 globally. Applicants can participate individually or as part of a group. Projects should focus on environmental and social justice issues related to oceans, waterways, and climate, and must be new or emerging, not older than two years. Applications must be submitted in English.
Selected fellows receive funding up to $2,500 USD, one-on-one mentorship from Bow Seat's Future Blue Youth Council, and access to capacity-building workshops. Participants also gain opportunities to showcase their work globally and join a vibrant community of young environmental leaders.
The fellowship aims to equip youth leaders with the tools and resources to implement community-based environmental solutions, encourage creative expression for climate justice, and foster global collaboration among environmental advocates.
What your child will do
- Developing and implementing youth-led environmental projects.
- Participating in monthly cohort meetings and capacity-building workshops.
- Engaging in one-on-one mentorship sessions with the Future Blue Youth Council.
- Submitting quarterly project reports.
- Collaborating with other fellows in an online community.
Mentors and faculty
Mentorship is provided by Bow Seat's Future Blue Youth Council and Bow Seat staff.
Languages
Academic details
Difficulty: Intermediate
What's covered
The fellowship involves mentorship, capacity-building workshops, and project implementation. Fellows will work on their chosen environmental projects, supported by the Future Blue Youth Council and Bow Seat staff. Quarterly reports are required to detail project updates, successes, key learnings, and expenses incurred. A virtual weekend orientation is also part of the program.
Frequently asked questions
What is the expected time commitment for participants in the True Blue Fellowship?
The True Blue Fellowship requires a significant time commitment. Participants are expected to dedicate time to their project, meet with their Future Blue Youth Council peers at least once a month, and attend monthly cohort meetings. Informal communications via WhatsApp and email are also expected between meetings, ensuring continuous engagement.
How does the program ensure that participants' projects remain on track and achieve their objectives?
Participants receive one-on-one mentorship from Bow Seat's Future Blue Youth Council and staff, along with access to capacity-building workshops. Quarterly reports, including mid-year and end-of-year reports, are required to detail project updates, successes, key learnings, and expenses incurred, ensuring consistent progress tracking and accountability.
What are the long-term benefits for participants who successfully complete the True Blue Fellowship program?
Upon successful completion, participants receive a certificate and gain valuable experience, a strong network, and global recognition through Bow Seat's platforms. This enhances career prospects in environmental advocacy, creative industries, and social entrepreneurship, and strengthens applications for higher education programs.
How can applicants best assess if their project idea is a good fit for the True Blue Fellowship's goals?
Applicants should carefully review the Fellowship's goals, which include utilizing creative arts as the primary method for awareness/action, co-creating with and engaging local communities, and having a tangible impact on the local environment. Projects must address ocean, waterways, and/or climate change issues, demonstrating a clear connection to the program's mission.
What kind of support is available to help participants overcome challenges during their project implementation?
Participants receive continuous support through dedicated mentorship from the Future Blue Youth Council and Bow Seat staff. Capacity-building workshops are provided to enhance project skills, and an online community chat facilitates peer support and informal check-ins for collaborative problem-solving and shared learning.
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