BLAKE Inspire applications for 2021 closed on 1 March.

Together with the Ministry for the Environment, we are looking for up to 70 young, passionate environmental leaders to apply for our 2021 BLAKE Inspire programmes.

BLAKE Inspire is a week-long residential leadership development programme in partnership with the Ministry for the Environment; and this year we are excited to announce we are running two programmes (COVID-19 Alert Level dependent):

• 19 – 23 April in Waikato
• 11 – 15 October in Auckland

Each programme will have 35 places available and is fully funded. You will be able to state your availability within your application form but please note that year 13 students will have priority for the April programme.

Throughout the week students will work together with scientists, environmental experts, a diverse range of leaders and other like-minded students to help them develop strong leadership skills while learning about topical environmental issues and how they can take action to tackle them.

Participation, adventure and learning are all key requirements for delegates. They will take part in environmental and marine science activities and visit businesses and local organisations to learn about what they are doing to reduce their impact on the environment.

Most importantly, students have tonnes of fun and leave BLAKE Inspire with new friends, skills and clear action plans to start making positive change within their own schools and communities.

BLAKE Inspire delegates become eligible to join future BLAKE Expeditions as student voyagers.

BLAKE Inspire is an annual opportunity open to young New Zealanders thanks to a number of BLAKE supporters including programme sponsor, The Ministry for the Environment. 

For more information email Courtney Davies at courtney@blakenz.org or phone 0211486274.

Previous BLAKE Inspire programmes