Youth Ambassadors – Health Access & Social Mobilization: Applications Open for High School Students with a $200 Scholarship
- Heddy Patrick Alves Garcia
- Aug 27
- 2 min read
If you are a High School student in Charlotte (NC), Raleigh (NC), or Goose Creek (SC) and want to lead actions that improve health access in your community, this program is for you. It consists of 8 months of training, with two sessions per month (one online lab and one monthly practical action), plus an in-person seminar in Charlotte in March, with all costs covered by EMBRACE.
Openings
6 spots per city (Charlotte, Raleigh, and Goose Creek) – a total of 18 openings
Period and Timeline
Applications: August 26 – September 15, 2025
Results by email: no later than September 30, 2025
Program start: October 2025 – Program end: May 2026
In-person seminar: March 2026, in Charlotte (costs covered)
Who Can Apply
Students in 9th–12th grade (ages 14–18) living/studying in the mentioned regions
Interest in public health, social mobilization, communication, and leadership
Parent/guardian authorization (for minors)
How to Apply (Step by Step)
Complete the application form: https://form.jotform.com/252374079370157
Record a simple video of up to 2 minutes on your phone (no editing). Say your name, city, and school, and answer:
Who are you, and why do you want to be an EMBRACE Ambassador in Health Access and Social Mobilization?
Submit the video link (Drive/YouTube as “unlisted”) directly in the form.
Wait for the email with the results by September 30.
What You Will Learn and Do
Fundamentals of public health and social determinants of health
Health communication, fighting misinformation, and digital campaigns
Navigation and referral to local health services
Leadership, group facilitation, and community action organizing
Planning and executing campaigns and events with partners
Benefits Upon Completion
$200 financial incentive
A laptop
Certificate of completion and EMBRACE Ambassador in Health Access
Official statement of volunteer service hours for High School and résumé
Recommendation letter signed by the Executive Director
Additional scholarship: one ambassador will receive $1,000 to support college application and related expenses
Selection Criteria (Summary)
Motivation and alignment with the mission (form + video)
Leadership and collaboration potential
Interest/experience in community service
Territorial representation and diversity of experiences
Clarity, creativity, and respect for video time
Video Tips
No need for special production: speak clearly, choose a quiet place with good lighting, and just be yourself.
Questions?
Contact the EMBRACE team at 704-369-4145.
Ready to lead? Apply now! https://form.jotform.com/252374079370157
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