The Needlab Fellowship

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Build a more sustainable world, together.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Introducing the Needlab Fellowship: a vibrant network of changemakers from both public and private sectors, united by a common goal of driving sustainability-focused projects forward, brought together in a 6-month program.

Fellows come from diverse backgrounds like civil service, construction, architecture, entrepreneurship, design, and academia - and collectively, they constantly provide one another with relevant connections, resources, and support.

Together, Needlab Fellows leverage their collective expertise and resources to overcome barriers and create lasting impact.

Most of all, they get things done.

 
 
 
 
 
 

The Program

Our weekly online sessions focus on equipping you with the skills, knowledge, and practice needed to get projects built in complex environments - from ethical leadership, to grant writing and evaluation, negotiation, and beyond. You’ll learn from both experienced leaders, and case studies of projects.

Our in-person summit gathers fellows together for a week of intensive hands-on group work.

Our alumni network keeps you connected with your cohort of Needlab Fellows after the program, so that you can continue to work together and leverage your experiences.

 
 
 
 
 
 

What will you do?

  • Dissect case studies of successes and failures

  • Practice grant writing and evaluation

  • Practice negotiating in complex multi-stakeholder teams

  • Learn ethical leadership skills

  • Practice professional communication and public speaking

  • Plan a project with an entrepreneurial mindset

  • Practice community engagement and research

  • Collaborate with a diverse team

  • Storytelling and personal brand

  • Learn outcomes-oriented advocacy

  • Practice evaluating new industry technologies

  • … and more!

 

Why should you apply?

  • You want to get things done

  • You’re looking for systems change work to be done collaboratively

  • You’re working on the built environment in some capacity, or want to

  • You want to move into leadership roles in your field of work

  • You want to build skills in ethical leadership, negotiation, grant writing and evaluation, storytelling, advocacy, and more

  • (especially if) you’re underrepresented in your field

  • You are 24-40 years old

 
 
 
 

Together, what can we change?

Buildings are currently responsible for nearly 40% of the total global energy-related carbon emissions, a staggering figure that demands action. We hold the responsibility of designing and constructing sustainable spaces that have a low carbon footprint.

But, it's not just about the environment. It's also about people.

The construction and architecture industries are lacking in diversity and inclusivity, especially in leadership positions. By addressing this imbalance, we can create a more sustainable and dignified world for all.