Wildfire Prevention Ambassador

As wildfires become an increasingly common threat across the UK, the Woodland Trust has launched an exciting new volunteer opportunity for young people aged 14–25 to help raise awareness of this growing environmental challenge.

Recent years have seen some of the most significant wildfire seasons on record, with extreme heat and dry conditions leading to major incidents across England and Wales. Sadly, many wildfires are caused by human activity, making education and awareness vital in reducing their impact on wildlife, woodland habitats and local communities.

This new volunteer role gives young people the opportunity to:

• Learn about the causes and consequences of wildfires in the UK.
• Understand the impact of wildfires on wildlife, nature and people.
• Develop valuable communication, presentation and facilitation skills.
• Take positive action within their communities and schools, colleges and organisations they are involved in by sharing important safety messages.

Volunteers who join the programme will receive training and support before delivering engaging wildfire awareness activities with groups they already belong to such as Young Farmers, Scouts, University, College and School.

For further information and to apply for the role, including a very simple application process. Please click here: Wildfire Prevention Ambassador | The Woodland Trust Volunteering 

Parent consent is an essential and built in part of our recruitment process for those under 18.