Nature Through Her Eyes (NTHE) is a regional training and mentorship program by The VII Foundation, supported by UNESCO and the French Institute of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Designed for women interested in documentary storytelling, nature, biodiversity, and environmental conservation, the program combines online learning, mentorship, and an intensive in-person masterclass in Sarajevo led by internationally recognized industry
professionals.
WHAT THE PROGRAMME OFFERS
Online learning and mentorship
Practical project development
10-day masterclass in Sarajevo
Feedback from international industry professionals
Access to professional RED Digital Cinema equipment
Regional network of women storytellers
EUR 1,250 Project Development Grant upon successful completion
PARTICIPATION
Participation is free of charge.
Selected participants receive:
Travel to Sarajevo
Accommodation
Meals during the workshop
Full participation in all program activities
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must:
Be women or female-identifying
Be from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Albania, or North Macedonia
Be 18 years or older
Speak English
Have an interest in storytelling, nature, science, conservation, or visual communication
Previous experience in natural history filmmaking is not required.
PROGRAMME DATES
Application deadline
15 August 2026 | 23:59 CEST
Online Programme
1–25 September 2026
(Tuesdays & Thursdays)
Masterclass
1–10 October 2026
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
The program is implemented by The VII Foundation and Nature Through Her Eyes and supported by UNESCO through the United Nations regional initiative Youth 4 Inclusion, Equality & Trust, in partnership with the French Institute of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The joint regional United Nations initiative ‘Youth 4 Inclusion, Equality & Trust’ empowers young people to engage in constructive narratives, strengthen intercultural dialogue, inclusion, gender equality and create mutual understanding and trust. Collaboratively, UNESCO, UNDP, UNFPA, UN Women, and relevant partners from the public sector, media, civil society, academia and culture – are working together with youth to increase comprehension and respect for diversity in the region, financially supported by the UN Secretary-General’s Peacebuilding Fund.