Big news! Due to helpful input from our Youth Ambassadors, we are extending the submission deadline for our Speech Up! Video Contest to March 31, 2021 at midnight eastern. Our Ambassadors explained that this crazy year means many students are scrambling right now with college applications, and we do not want to add any stress to this year!
Speech Up! Contest Open for Entries
Welcome to the 20/21 Class of Youth Ambassadors
We Were Overwhelmed With Great Youth Ambassador Applications!
By Merritt Frey, Executive Director
Okay, this isn’t the most substantive blog post ever…but I had to share my excitement. Last week was the deadline for 20/21 Youth Ambassador Project participants and we had SUCH an amazing batch of applicants.
In fact, our applicants were so outstanding we could not bring ourselves to limit the group to just ten Ambassadors. Katie Murphy, Mali Rising board member and Youth Ambassador liaison, and I just could not say no to many of the great kids who applied. As a result, the 20/21 Ambassador class will be nearly double the normal size!
Stay tuned to hear more about the new Ambassadors in the coming week. And we predict you will be hearing A LOT about their great projects all school year long! So exciting.
Last Call! Youth Ambassador Applications Due September 30
It’s not too late…but it almost is! Don’t delay high school students — apply to be a Mali Rising Youth Ambassador by September 30.
A Call for U.S. Students' Help: Two Ways To Be Involved
Less Than A Month 'Til the Youth Ambassador Deadline
Are You A Curious High School Student Looking to Make a Difference?
Become a Youth Ambassador -- Deadline September 30
Volunteer Spotlight: Youth Ambassador Adjo!
Our Youth Ambassador project is a great way for high school students to help Mali Rising’s youth while gaining leadership skills and fostering an international understanding. I recently interviewed one of our Youth Ambassadors, Adjo, by email. She is a dedicated and enthusiastic volunteer and was excited to share her experience with you.
