Adopt-a-Family Ambassadors

Who is the AAF Ambassador?

The Adopt a Family youth ambassador is the main point of contact for a refugee family to help ease their transition into the new community. Youth Ambassadors will focus on the refugee’s English acquisition, socialization of American Culture, guidance toward community resources, as well as integration into the local community. Commitment of 4-5 hours a month.

Duties/Responsibilities

Community Navigator

  • First point of contact for assigned refugee families 

  • Help guide families towards community resources

  • Answer any questions 

  • Respond/escalate any need requests to project coordinator or case manager

Outreach

  • Reaching out to community to create network for the adopt a family sponsorship

  • Coordinate assistance as needed 

  • Coordinate family sponsorships

  • Assist in food drives, booths, fundraising, events, etc

Required Skills/Abilities:

Family Engagement

  • Coordinate activities with assigned families monthly

  • Build relationships 

  • Build Trust

  • Monthly check-ins with assigned families

Education and Experience:

  • 1 year of community engagement experience

  • Be in the age ranges or 14-26 (candidates under 18 years of age will need a parent to co-sign as well as attend all trainings)

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Excellent interpersonal skills

  • Excellent time management skills 

  • Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

  • Bilingual (a plus)

Compensation:

  • Position is until June 2024

  • $500 Stipend at the end of term 

An interview with MYPI Youth Ambassador, Reda and his Assigned family

Meet the AAF Ambassadors

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    Youth AAF Ambassador

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    Youth AAF Ambassador

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    Youth AAF Ambassador

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    Youth AAF Ambassador

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    Youth AAF Ambassador

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    Youth AAF Ambassador