Welcome to the Community Ambassadors Program, a transformative initiative proudly run in Colchester and Oxford. This program, part of the Uhuru Project, embodies a journey of freedom, growth, and the extraordinary power of multiplication.
Our Community Ambassadors bring a unique blend of local, cultural, and religious knowledge, which, combined with professional expertise, creates an unstoppable force for positive change. While professionals often begin by focusing on challenges, Community Ambassadors start by identifying and building on the strengths within families and communities, empowering them to grow stronger together.
The program is built on the Ambassador Model, supported by the book The Ambassador, which equips Community Ambassadors with tools and resources to shape their communities effectively. The model focuses on:
Bringing minority communities together and creating success stories is something that everyone should focus on. Working together is what we need in our world right now!
The Ambassador is focused on minority communities gaining resources to better themselves and the people around them. Author Rachel Walton has helped countless people within communities become leaders, and help others to work towards a better future. When we focus on the positive, and work hard on a common goal, we as community members can make a big difference. This book is all about shining a light on those minority communities and showing everyone what they are made of!
The program fosters collaboration between Community Ambassadors and multi-agency initiatives to establish robust policies, procedures, and pathways. By combining the lived experiences of Ambassadors with professional interventions, the program ensures that minority communities have the resources to thrive and create a ripple effect of positive change.
The program features three impactful modules:
Community Ambassadors, along with their families and communities, possess unique competencies that are irreplaceable by professional interventions alone. Together, they create a powerful synergy that drives lasting change. By focusing on what’s strong rather than what’s wrong, we empower communities to unlock their potential and work towards a better future for all.
Join us on this journey to amplify strengths, multiply impact, and transform lives through the incredible power of Community Ambassadors. Together, we can build stronger, more resilient communities.
We are proud to share that our Community Ambassadors in Colchester & Tendring have been honored with the prestigious King’s Award, a testament to their impactful contributions and dedication to community transformation. This recognition highlights the exceptional value of the program, making it a truly meaningful initiative to join. By becoming a Community Ambassador, you’ll be part of an award-winning journey, empowering communities and creating lasting change.
for enquiries email Colchester & Tendring: admin@afiuk.org Oxford; info@afiuk.org
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Empower young people by enhancing self-awareness, confidence, and motivation while valuing their unique skills, knowledge, and experiences.
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Develop teamwork skills and the ability to participate in group activities, including young people’s committees and forums.
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Equip young people with the knowledge and tools to become proactive citizens and actively engage in community service and activities.
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Objectives: Provide young people with an understanding of the local governance structure and the importance of civic participation.
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Objectives: Provide young people with an understanding of the local governance structure and the importance of civic participation.
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This complete program aims to prepare young people to not only build resilience and tackle bullying and racism but also to engage deeply with their community, becoming well-rounded and proactive ambassadors for positive change.