People across Scotland are being invited to take part in a new creative research project exploring how we think and feel about climate change.
Climate Stories is a research project led by Rhiannon Bull, a PhD researcher at the University of Glasgow. The project invites people to share a short piece of creative writing about climate change, helping researchers better understand the emotional and mental wellbeing impacts of the changing climate.
Rather than surveys or questionnaires, this research uses storytelling and creative expression to capture a wider range of perspectives and lived experiences. The stories collected will contribute to academic research and may also be brought together in a future anthology, shared alongside the project’s findings.
Who can take part?
You don’t need to be a writer, climate expert, or academic to get involved. The project is open to:
- Anyone aged 18 or over
- People living in Scotland
- Writers of all experience levels – beginners very welcome
Submissions can be fiction or non-fiction, and should be no more than 1,000 words.
Why get involved?
By sharing your story, you can:
- Contribute to important research on climate change and emotional wellbeing
- Help climate organisations better understand how people in Scotland feel about the climate crisis
- Explore your own thoughts and feelings through creative writing
Key details
- Word limit: Up to 1,000 words
- Format: Fiction or non-fiction
- Deadline: 28 February 2026
Find out more and submit your story
To learn more about the project and how to submit your writing, visit:
This is a great opportunity to take part in accessible, creative research and have your voice heard as part of a Scotland-wide conversation on climate change.
