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Fed Ambassador

 

We believe that folks with experience in care can create a positive impact for their peers.

Fed Ambassadors host or attend events like conferences as Fed volunteers and act as representatives of our organization and the care community

Fed Ambassador Volunteer Role

Current Opportunities

 

Fed Ambassador - Youth Speak 

We are looking for energetic and engaging youth volunteers to be MC’s and Facilitators at our virtual 2022 Youth Speak event!

MC’s: if you enjoy public speaking and presenting information to an audience then this is the role for you! You’ll learn and share information about the history of YouthSpeaks as well as showcasing highlights and new ideas made during the event.

Facilitators: if you like engaging and leading groups in conversations and dialogue, help us collect ideas and thoughts by facilitating break out rooms. You’ll guide conversations and learn about things currently impacting youth in and from care.

Start Date:  July 27, 2022

End Date: August 19, 2022

Time Commitment: 8-10 hours

Must be able to attend all meetings and Youth Speak Event

Prep Meetings 

  • July 27th 1 hour
  • August 3rd 1 hour
  • August 10th 1 hour

Script Run Through – August 15, 1 hour

Youth Speak Event – August 16, 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Event Debrief – August 18 or 19 1 hour

Where: Virtually through Zoom

Training: Hands on during prep meetings. Public speaking experience an asset but not required

Supervising Staff and Contact:

Marcey Amaya

Apply by: July 25, 2022

 

Fed Ambassador – Building Our Fed Foundations 

We are looking for a youth volunteer to help host Building our Fed Foundations Consultation. Want to help us move through the consultation and work to create a welcoming and supportive space for folks to share? This is the role for you.

Start Date: August 18, 2022

End Date: August 30, 2022

Time Commitment: up to 5 hours

  • Script Run Through Meeting – August 18 or 22, 1 hour
  • Building Our Fed Foundations Event – August 25, 2:00pm to 4:00pm
  • Event Debrief – August 29 or 30, 30 minutes

Where: Virtually through Zoom

Training: Hands on training and support at script practice meetings and during event

Supervising Staff and Contact:

Shannon Dolton

Apply by: August 8, 2022

 

Fed Ambassador – Fed Family Celebration 

We are looking for a youth volunteer to co- host our annual Fed Family Summer Celebration. Want to help celebrate and recognize our two-year members, new alumni, volunteers and locals? Help us to create a fun and welcoming event with your positive, engaging and fun energy.

Start Date: August 18, 2022

End Date: August 31, 2022

Time Commitment: up to 5 hours

  • Script Run through Meeting – August 19 or August 22, 1 hour meeting
  • Fed Family Summer Celebration Event – August 23, 6:00pm to 7:30pm
  • Event Debrief - August 24, 25, or 26, 30 minutes 

Where: Virtual meetings on zoom

Training: Hands on training and support at script practice meetings and during event

*Public Speaking experience is an asset*

Supervising Staff and Contact: 

Shannon Dolton

Apply by: August 15, 2022