IYS Youth Ambassador Application Form

Youth Ambassador Application Form

Apply to become a youth ambassador. Please fill out the form below to tell us about yourself and your interest in the role.
What Youth Ambassadors Do

As a Youth Ambassador, you’ll get to:

Give your input – Share your ideas and feedback to help shape IYS projects, campaigns, and activities.

Speak up – Represent young people’s views in meetings and make sure everyone’s voice is heard.

Work together – Team up with other young people and IYS staff to create new projects and plan activities.

Make a difference – Help tackle racism, promote social justice, and support your community.

What We Ask From You
Be a voice - Use your experiences to help inform decisions.

Join in - Take part in at least 10 IYS sessions throughout the year.

Be responsible – Respect IYS values, keep things confidential, and follow safeguarding rules.

Learn and grow – Take part in training, reflect on your experiences, and build your skills.

Who Can Apply
You can apply if you:Are 13–19 years old
Live in Scotland
Are from any ethnic background (we especially welcome BPoC young people and those with lived experience of racialisation)
Can attend meetings in Edinburgh every 3 months and some events or workshops.
Full Name*

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Email Address*
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Phone Number*
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Age*
Home Address

Street Address

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Parent / Guardian / Carer Name*

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Parent / Guardian / Carer Phone Number*
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1. What skills, qualities, or life experiences do you feel you would bring to the Youth Ambassador role? (This could include things like listening to others, speaking up about issues you care about, working in a team, creativity, lived experience, or anything else you think is important.)*

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2. Can you share an example of a time you spoke up about something that mattered to you or supported others in your community, school, or online? (This does not have to be a formal role – we’re interested in your experiences and perspective.)*

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3. What skills, confidence, or knowledge would you like to develop by being a Youth Ambassador with Intercultural Youth Scotland? (For example, leadership, public speaking, understanding policy, teamwork, or learning more about social justice and anti-racism.)*

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4. Why is it important to you that young people’s voices – especially those with lived experience of racialisation – are heard in decisions about communities and policy in Scotland? (How do you think you could help make sure those voices are included and respected?)*

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Are you available to commit to regular meetings and events?*

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