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WHAT IS AN ECOAMBASSADOR?

EcoAmbassadors are high school students who work with their local communities to address environmental concerns by implementing projects, organizing cleanups, and educating community members to promote sustainable change in Howard County. The program is funded by Live Green Howard through the plastic bag fee.

EcoAmbassadors receive a stipend, training, and support from Howard EcoWorks and the Smithsonian Institute's Earth Optimism Youth Action Leadership (EOYAL) so they can:

Design and implement behavior change projects
Conduct community outreach
Influence local legislation
Develop professionalism and practical communication skills and,
Deepen their sense of environmental stewardship

WHY BECOME AN ECOAMBASSADOR?

Research your interests in a supportive environment
Receive a stipend of $500
Learn more about your community and its needs
Flexible hours to complete projects
Gain valuable skills such as leadership and project management

In addition, EcoWorks' partnership with the Smithsonian Institute provides EcoAmbassadors with the opportunity to:

Participate in Smithsonian-sponsored field trips
Learn and network with professionals addressing climate change
Compete for student internships at the Smithsonian Institute, World Wildlife Fund, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and
Receive a certificate of participation and project completion from the Smithsonian Institute and World Wildlife Fund

ROLE RESPONSABILITIES:

EcoAmbassadors must have weekend availability to:

Attend meetings occurring on the first Saturday of the month from 1-3 pm
Participate in 2-3 fields trips in coordination with the Smithsonian Institute (dates TBD)
Please see this year's schedule for more details.

With support and training from the EcoWorks team, EcoAmbassadors will:

Engage 2-3 local partners in their communities
Lead one educational event or one cleanup event (individually or in pairs)
Attend 2-3 webinars or presentations with conservation specialists
Provide a Project Showcase and Celebration that highlights EA projects

WHO CAN BECOME AN ECOAMBASSADOR?

Qualifications & Requirements:

Must be 16 years or older
Current student at one of Howard County’s high schools

Experience working with student organizations
Can work independently to complete projects
Experience in leadership roles
Occasional weekend availability
Internet connectivity

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

Passion for environmental stewardship
After school availability
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written

'22-'23 Program Schedule

MEET THE 2021-2022 ALUMNI
Representing Atholton, Centennial, Wild Lake and Oakland Mills

Becca

Becca is a high school senior and an ambassador for the Global Co Lab Zero Hunger Hub. She has been a Girl Scout since she was six and is now an ambassador. Rebecca is also the president of Centennial’s Green Club for which she coordinates events, oversees long-term projects, and educates her peers on environmental issues in Howard County. In addition to her studies as an aspiring engineer, Rebecca enjoys the outdoors, reading, and playing volleyball. EcoWorks is enthusiastic about the experiences that Rebecca brings to the table and we are happy to be collaborating with her!

Faith

Faith is a high school junior and is an AP and honors student. Faith has a passion for creativity and the environment, she exhibits that through her sewing and Green Team participation among other things. She commits time to the Black Student Union, Sister to Sister, Student Government, and French Honors Society. Faith has a knack for creativity and is a valuable member of her organizations, we will value her experience and skills here at EcoWorks and we see great possibilities in her time with us!

Colson

Colson is a high school senior and is an honors student and a musician. Colson commits his time to volunteering in food distribution and craft making in his community. As a member of the National Honors Society and French Honors Society, he excels in his work and sets an example for his peers. As a previous member of the READY team, Colson aims to take his environmental involvement to the next level as an EcoAmbassador and we are here to support him along the way!

Lindsay

Lindsey is a junior in high school and a custom shoe designer. Her experience as the president of the Wilde Lake’s Environmental Club and as a member of the Sunrise Movement of Howard County are just two examples of her commitment to the environment and making positive change. With aspirations in environmental engineering, Lindsey will be an excellent addition to the EcoWorks team and is expected to do great things in the future!

Hailey

Hailey is a Junior in high school, is an honors student, and is an avid participant in Speech and Debate. Hailey has exhibited her commitment to the environment and community through her work in her school’s Green Club, HCASC Environmental Affairs Committee, and tutoring. She also works with Empire Mock Trial and was a Metropolitan Qualifier for Speech and Debate for Declamation. We are excited to see how Hailey puts her skills to work as an EcoAmbassador and are glad to support her along the way!

Rachel

Rachel is a junior in high school and is the co-founder of the Centennial Clothing Collective. Rachel spends her time involved in the arts as a pianist, vocalist, and thespian, but still finds time to tutor and attend work. She is an AP student and works with Active Minds as a National Ambassador to create solutions to mental health issues for LGBTQ+ and BIPOC students. With lots of involvement with her school and activities, Rachel shows how committed she is to serving others and innovating solutions to complex problems. These skills will help her to excel as an EcoAmbassador and we look forward to working with her.

Thomas

Thomas is a junior in high school and a hard-working and dedicated member of multiple clubs and honor societies, including the National Honor Society and National Art Honor Society. Thomas is devoted to teaching others and engaging with the environment all while practicing piano and maintaining good health through distance running and swimming. We are so glad to have Thomas on the team and we are excited to see his ideas come into fruition!

Yan

Yan is a senior in high school and an honors student involved in many extracurricular activities. Yan is president of the Current Events Club and vice president of the Make-A-Wish Centennial chapter, and she added to her leadership experience as captain of her volleyball team. She is also a former READY crew member! As a senior intern coordinator at the Community Ecology Institute and as a research intern at the Center for Watershed Protection, Yan has exhibited great dedication to the environment and has great potential for work as an EcoAmbassador!

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MEET THE 2021-2022 ALUMNI
Representing Atholton, Centennial, Wild Lake and Oakland Mills

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MEET THE 2021-2022 ALUMNI Representing Atholton, Centennial, Wild Lake and Oakland Mills

MEET THE 2021-2022 ALUMNI
Representing Atholton, Centennial, Wild Lake and Oakland Mills