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Young Ambassadors 2019/2020. Recruitment. Background.
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Young Ambassadors 2019/2020 Recruitment
Background Young Ambassadors is funded by the National Lottery and is a key element of sportscotland’s contribution to developing young people as leaders in sport.Each year, two pupils from each secondary school in Scotland are selected as Young Ambassadors.YAs will be assigned a mentor to support you in your role. The mentor at the school will be [Insert name and job role].
Developing young people as leaders in sport Young Ambassadors views, and those of other young people are heard, valued and influence decision making; and that they are engaged in driving change.
Want to be part of the next generation of young leaders promoting sport in your local school, community and across Scotland?
Role • To promote sport, and motivate and inspire other young people to get involved in sport in a wide range of settings within their local communities, including schools, club and community organisations. • To influence six key aspects of school sport: • extra-curricular sport provision • links to community sport opportunities • opportunities for competition • celebration of pupil achievements in sport • leadership opportunities for young people • PE in schools
Have you got what it takes? • Ability to influence and inspire other young people. • Ability to raise the profile of sport in your school and/or community. • Excellent communication skills with other young people and adults. • Ability to show initiative and take responsibility. • Ability to portray a positive image and be a good role model to young people. • Organised, with good time management skills.
Young Ambassadors 2018 • 642 new Young Ambassadors and 329 mentors from across Scotland • 4 international athletes attended the conferences • James Heatly(Commonwealth Games diving medallist) • Kieron Achara(Scotland and GB basketballer) • Marc Austin (Commonwealth Game triathlon medallist) • Sarah Law (Scotland women’s rugby player)
So who’s interested? [Insert details on how pupils can apply]