Challenge your story

Join a new kind of community for young journalists, documentary storytellers and curious creators who want to understand the world, and shape it through stories.

What you get

Storyteller groups

Small groups of 6–12 people who meet regularly to share ideas, develop stories and give each other feedback.

Community sessions

Monthly gatherings with journalists, filmmakers and thinkers . A space for conversation, not just lectures.

Seed Grant

Selected members can apply for funding to realise their own storytelling projects.

Academy (launching soon)

Courses, masterclasses and learning programs in storytelling, journalism and digital ethics.

What you gain

Clarity in your ideas
Learn how to shape thoughts into stories that others can understand and relate to.

Confidence in your voice
Discover how to express your perspective, and how to stand by it.

Feedback that helps you grow
Get input from peers and mentors who take your work seriously.

A sense of direction
Explore journalism, storytelling and creative work in a way that feels meaningful.

This is for you if you:

  • Are curious about the world and other people

  • Want to tell stories that matter

  • Are interested in journalism, film or creative media

  • Want more reflection and less scrolling

  • Look for a better way to connect with others online

Questions you might have:

  • It’s a space for young people who want to explore the world through storytelling. As a member, you join small storyteller groups, take part in community sessions and get access to the Duckling Academy as it develops. It’s not just something you watch, it’s something you participate in.

  • Membership includes access to our full library of digital content: Videos, courses, community sessions, storyteller groups, seed grant and other resources, and any new material we released while you're subscribed.

  • You’ll get access to the community space and be invited into a storyteller group. From there, you can:

    • join sessions

    • connect with others

    • start developing your own stories

  • No.

    You don’t need to be a journalist or filmmaker.. You just need curiosity to explore ideas and stories.

    Some members are just starting out, others already have experience — the community is built for both.

  • It’s flexible.

    You can:

    • Join sessions when you have time

    • Engage deeply in a storyteller group

    • Or just follow along and participate occasionally

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  • Yes! We’re always expanding the library with fresh content, tools, and updates to keep your learning and inspiration going strong.

  • Yes!

    Memberships can be canceled at any time from your account. You’ll retain access through the end of your current billing cycle.

  • Because this is the moment where you can help shape the community.

    As a founding member, you:

    • Join early

    • Influence what we build

    • Become part of the core group

    Duckling is not something finished, it grows with the people inside it.

  • You can reach us anytime via our contact page or on email: contact@duckling.co. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.

Join the first storytellers

Become part of the community and help shape what Duckling becomes.