INFObassadors
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INFObassadors
Training for young people willing to become Youth Ambassadors for Youth Information
COURSE INFO
Duration: 4 full days
Manual available in English
Learning environment: face-to-face
training description
This training course aims to equip young people with a strong foundation in youth information, advocacy skills, and peer-to-peer engagement, preparing them to become Youth Ambassadors for Youth Information (YAYIs). Through this training, participants will gain the tools to advocate for and promote youth information and counselling services in their communities.
Designed for young people aged 18-22, the course is ideal for those eager to take an active role in raising awareness about youth information.
The training manual, available below, serves as a key resource not only for course trainers but also as a guide for young participants. It provides practical support and inspiration to help them organise YAYI events at various levels and find the resources needed to succeed.
PROFILE OF THE YOUTH AMBASSADORS
Aged 18-24;
Nominated upon principles of equal opportunities and non-discrimination;
Had a positive experience of using youth information services for their own development;
Strongly motivated to advocate for youth information;
Has a working level of English;
Completed the training course below;
Ready to act as spokespersons for young people’s right to quality information;
Actively participates in related activities.
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The exact sessions of the Youth Ambassador training are variable, and each edition has a particular topic that it focuses on. A general overview of the sessions is the following:
Ice breaking, introduction
What does young people’s right to information mean to you?
Case studies on how access to information can influence young people’s life
Session on the specific topic (e.g. Information Right Now! Campaign, No Hate Speech Movement)
Sharing and good practice in youth information
What impact do youth policies have on your life?
The state of youth information in Europe
What could be your role in youth’s right to information?
What skills and competences should a Youth Ambassador have?
How to communicate your message
Video shooting or video testimonials
Online youth information
Peer-to-peer youth information
Evaluation and reflection
