{"id":160596,"date":"2023-08-17T08:57:20","date_gmt":"2023-08-17T08:57:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.one.org\/us\/?page_id=160596"},"modified":"2023-08-16T15:20:11","modified_gmt":"2023-08-16T15:20:11","slug":"become-a-youth-ambassador","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.one.org\/us\/become-a-youth-ambassador\/","title":{"rendered":"Become a Youth Ambassador"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"block_27bec2b0c8b8f84e4e10c37f396406d3\" class=\"oneorg-block oneorg-promo flush is-style-bottom  has-background has-dark-background-color  has-text-align-left  \">\n\n\t\t\t    \n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oneorg-promo__wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"oneorg-promo__inner\">   \n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"oneorg-promo__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<p class=\"oneorg-section-title\">Get Involved<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-become-a-youth-ambassador\">Become a Youth Ambassador<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>ONE Youth Ambassadors \u2013 part of ONE\u2019s Global Activists programme \u2013&nbsp;are a young and motivated team of volunteers who electrify our campaigns across Europe and the United Kingdom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The annual Youth Ambassador programmes provide more than 300 young activists across Europe with the skills to advocate for more economic opportunities and healthier lives in Africa, by engaging decision-makers at European, national and local levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a Youth Ambassador, you will be crucial to advancing ONE\u2019s mission by being our best advocates and bringing attention to the topics we fight for. You will:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Build your knowledge of international development financing, global health, and what African countries are fighting for in those areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop skills in public speaking, presenting, writing, networking, and advocacy through your interaction with decision-makers, the public and (local) media.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take part in impactful events where you\u2019ll meet European and\/or national policymakers and help shape real change.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be part of a network of young, passionate advocates from across Europe, forming friendships while making a global impact.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group oneorg-block-group oneorg-block-group-cards is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-s-in-it-for-you\"><strong>What&#8217;s in it for you?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.one.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/testimonials-Zonne.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-168829\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-zonne-dutch-youth-ambassador\"><strong>Zonne, <\/strong>Dutch Youth Ambassador<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Being a ONE Youth Ambassador makes you feel like you are really accomplishing something (and you are!).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.one.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/testimonials-Anais.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-168830\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-anais-french-youth-ambassador\">Ana\u00efs, French Youth Ambassador<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Being a Youth Ambassador means daring to stand up for your values, making your voice heard, learning from a passionate group and playing your part to fight inequalities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.one.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/testimonials-Gardinia.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-168831\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-gardinia-german-youth-ambassador\">Gardinia, German Youth Ambassador<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As a youth ambassador for ONE, I see it as my duty to stand up for those whose voices often go unheard. Through my commitment, I can actively contribute to improving access to vital resources such as clean water and education.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.one.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/testimonials-Donya.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-168838\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-donya-eu-youth-ambassador\"><strong>Donya, <\/strong>EU Youth Ambassador<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I became a youth ambassador for The ONE Campaign because I wanted to be part of the fight against global poverty and inequality, and this programme felt like the right way to make a real difference. I love that it connects me with like-minded people, giving us the chance to collaborate and push for meaningful policy changes together.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.one.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/testimonials-Diana.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-168839\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-diana-united-kingdom-youth-ambassador\">Diana, United Kingdom Youth Ambassador<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>My experience as an activist with the ONE Campaign has been both impactful and collaborative, strengthening my commitment to tackling extreme poverty and preventable diseases. Working on meaningful initiatives, I\u2019ve been part of efforts to drive change and achieve tangible impact.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.one.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/testimonials-Carlotta.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-168862\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-carlotta-italian-youth-ambassador\"><strong>Carlotta<\/strong>, Italian Youth Ambassador<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Being part of ONE means joining young activists fighting for a fair and just future for everyone, everywhere.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-key-wins\"><strong>Key wins<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In recent years, Youth Ambassadors have made significant achievements across our various country programs. To name a few:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In the UK, they organised local hustings, participated in BBC question time, met with their local Prospective Political Candidates to engage them on their priorities when they take office during the UK elections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In Belgium, they helped push the European Commission to increase their contribution to the Global Fund in the fight against malaria, tuberculosis, and HIV\/AIDS by 15%.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In Germany, they collaborated with Bill Gates in a campaign showcasing the positive outcomes of global health investments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In France, they raised awareness by gathering thousands of petition signatures at various events and contributed to securing the adoption of a law in 2021 aimed at increasing funds for international development.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In Italy, they developed and delivered recommendations on the Mattei Plan to include youth perspectives in the cooperation plan between Italy and the African continent.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the Netherlands, they gained support from a majority of party leaders for development cooperation and global health ahead of the national elections in 2023.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_0685f18d163e0950a25d43a19758cd13\" class=\"oneorg-block oneorg-promo-card flush  has-text-align-left has-image\">\n\t<div class=\"oneorg-promo-card__wrapper\">\n\t\t<div class=\"oneorg-promo-card__inner\">   \n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oneorg-promo-card__content\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<p class=\"oneorg-promo-card__kicker\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-interested-in-becoming-a-one-youth-ambassador\">Interested in becoming a ONE Youth Ambassador?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/act.one.org\/survey\/notification-application-ya-programme-eu\/\">Apply to the EU Programme (Belgium)<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/act.one.org\/survey\/notification-application-ya-programme-it\/\">Apply to the Italy Programme<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/act.one.org\/survey\/notification-application-ya-programme-nl\/\">Apply to the Netherlands Programme<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.one.org\/fr\/agir\/devenez-jeune-ambassadeur-rice\/\">Apply to the French Programme<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/act.one.org\/survey\/de-one-ehrenamt\/\">Apply to the German Programme<\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"block_ec9e1f1178a11064a33b996487efefd4\" class=\"oneorg-block oneorg-cards \">\n\n\t<div class=\"oneorg-cards__content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading oneorg-section-title\" id=\"h-hear-from-our-activists\">Hear from our activists<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"oneorg-cards__grid oneorg-cards__grid--0\">\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"buffer\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ONE Youth Ambassadors \u2013 part of ONE\u2019s Global Activists programme \u2013&nbsp;are a young and motivated team of volunteers who electrify our campaigns across Europe and the United Kingdom. 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