EPI Youth Ambassadors Programme

Empowering Young Voices for Elephant Conservation

The Elephant Protection Initiative (EPI) Foundation Youth Ambassadors volunteer programme empowers passionate young people (ages 13–30) to become visible advocates for elephants and their habitats. EPI ambassadors advocate for elephant conservation while driving awareness and action within their schools, communities, and online platforms.

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How It Works

Nominations

Candidates are nominated by representatives from EPI member states, EPI Foundation board members, or the EPI Foundation team (with future nominations open to the Friends of Elephants community)

Appointments

Selected by the Chair of the EPI Foundation Board based upon the recommendation from the CEO of the EPI Foundation.

The Volunteer Role:
What Youth Ambassadors Do

Advocate for elephant protection on social media, at schools/universities, and community events.
Participate in EPI awareness campaigns, including videos, films, and digital content.
Mobilize peers to support or lead conservation initiatives.
Supporting fundraising for the EPI.

To keep the programme meaningful and active, ambassadors are asked to:

Take part in at least two EPI activities or campaigns each year.
Join a short annual check-in with the EPI team.
Represent EPI positively and respectfully in public and online.

Term: Three years (renewable annually). There is no regular weekly commitment and ambassadors may step back or pause the role at any time.

Why Join?

Becoming an EPI Youth Ambassador is simple and accessible. Whether you’re already active in conservation or just beginning your journey, we welcome passionate young people from all backgrounds.

As an EPI Youth Ambassador, you will enjoy the following benefits:

Official recognition with a signed EPI appointment certificate.
Connect with conservation leaders across Africa and globally.
Annual online training in conservation storytelling, leadership, and advocacy.
A platform to share your ideas and inspire others to act for elephants.
Opportunities to contribute to youth-led campaigns
Potential for spotlight features on EPI social media.
A great opportunity to do good.
It's free!

How to Join

You can nominate yourself or others via the form on the EPI website including:

A personal statement and summary of the nominee's contributions to conservation.
At least one supporting reference (plus parental/guardian approval if under 18).

Selected nominees will be invited to join the inaugural cohort of EPI Youth Ambassadors.

“Conservation is a generational mandate.

The results of our efforts today will only last if the youth continue the work tomorrow. The Youth Ambassadors Programme ensures that young voices are not just heard but are leading the call to protect elephants for future generations.”

John E. Scanlon AO, CEO,

Elephant Protection Initiative Foundation

Nominate a Youth Ambassador

Full Name of Nominator

Full Name of Nominee (Ignore if same as nominator)

Email of Nominee

Brief Personal Statement of/from Nominee

How has the nominee contributed to conservation?

Attach a Supporting Reference (Letter of Recommendation from School, Mentor etc)

If you're under 18, kindly attach a letter of guardian or parent approval.

Confirm that the nominee is 30 or below.

If nominee is under 18, confirm that you have uploaded a letter of approval from their parent or guardian.

There is no remuneration for this volunteer role. Kindly check this box if you consent to proceed with the nomination process.

The EPI Foundation will use the information you provide only to review and manage Youth Ambassador nominations. Your data will be stored securely, not shared outside the organisation (except for programme administration), and kept only as long as necessary.