“We, as young people, are given the opportunity to change and evolve particular services for other young people in the Newport area. With the help of PEERS training, we can tailor local mental health services to the needs of our demographic, which is a big step forward.” – Ben
If you are aged 14-25 and feel passionately about making sure young people are supported with their mental health then you are welcome to apply to become a Wellbeing Ambassador.
These are all of the different roles you will be able to get involved with once you’re a Wellbeing Ambassador:
These are all of the different roles you will be able to get involved with once you’re a Wellbeing Ambassador:
- PEERS Training – we create and deliver training to professionals who work with young people around talking to them about their mental health
- Peer Mentoring – we providing other young people with support and tools for their mental health
- Social Media – we plan and create social media posts and campaigns which are posted on our Newport Mind social media account, to raise awareness and provide information to other young people
- Social Action – learn how to raise awareness of young people’s mental health and needs via campaigning
- Funding Bids – get involved in coming up with new projects, and be part of applying for funds, learning new skills and shaping future services
- Fundraising – in the past we have raised funds for Newport Mind at local sports events (Football / Rugby matches) in Rodney Parade, we have also raised funds at our own Wellbeing Ambassador planned events
- Young Person’s Interview Panel – have your say in recruiting new workers to the Children & Young Persons team, and have your thoughts counted in the final decision
- Youth Voice Group – a sub-group for the board of directors, we have our say on the matters that the Board of Directors discuss
- Training Opportunities – there are so many opportunities to get involved and attend various training (e.g. i – act training, detached youth work, social action, Mental Health First Aid, Connect 5, resilience framework and peer mentoring)
Volunteering online
Recently, a large majority of our work has been done online. We understand that it isn’t for
everyone but just give it a go before you decide. It isn’t like online school work!
- There is plenty to do and keep you busy, and lots of training available which you can fit around other commitments
- It still feels like you belong to a community and know everyone there, even if you haven’t met most of them in person!
FAQ’s
There are no compulsory attendances required. You can use as much of your free time as you would like. A typical Wellbeing Ambassador meeting lasts only an hour, and we have one a week – but you don’t have to attend every week! We’re given warning for other meetings and events so you can choose whether to attend.
Up to you! You can play to your own strengths and participate in the things you would like to improve upon, or
use the skills you already have to the group. For example, if you are a very creative person, you can help design social media posts, logos, artwork, etc.
Absolutely! You can choose what projects you get involved in depending on what you’re interested in or passionate about.