The Cam’s Kids Ambassador Program is a student-led initiative of Kids Help Phone, comprised of chapters in high schools and post-secondary institutions across Canada. Continuing the legacy of Cameron Hicks, a young person who navigated anxiety and reaching out for support through high school, this peer-led program focuses on creating awareness of mental health and the range of services and offerings available to them through Kids Help Phone.
Through various in-person and virtual interactions, Cam’s Kids Ambassadors offer valuable resources to their peers, building their own capacity as youth leaders and strengthening their community. Ambassadors play a crucial role in empowering others to learn more about their own mental health and in educating their peers about reaching out for support, making a positive impact in their communities.
Key Activities:
Participate in Events & Initiatives: Lead events with your fellow ambassadors on campus supporting creating awareness of Kids Help Phone’s programs and services as well as volunteering with Kids Help Phone’s events in the community!
Take Our Training: Gain knowledge and understanding of Kids Help Phone services and programs and become confident in discussing them with your peers. Additionally, ambassadors have opportunities to participate in other trainings like our Peer Support Training and Mental Health First Aid if they wish.
Resource Distribution: Share mental health resources with peers on campus, in your community, etc.
Digital Advocacy: Use social media platforms to spread awareness and share relevant resources.
Feedback Participation: Take part in surveys or advisory committees to provide insights and help improve the organization’s programs.
Take part in additional opportunities as they arise, such as in-person workshops and conferences with leading mental health professionals, collaborations with Kids Help Phone partners, community presentations, and more!
Once your application has been reviewed and approved, you will be granted access to our mandatory ambassador training. After completion, you will be introduced to the Team Leads for your chapter. If a chapter has not yet been started at your institution, we will reach out with further details.
If you have any questions, please feel free to send them to [email protected].
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Reliability and accountability
Teamwork and collaboration
Organization and time management
Enthusiasm for youth mental health advocacy
Represent Cam’s Kids at events, booths, and school/community activities.
Share resources and raise awareness about youth mental health.
Engage peers and encourage participation in initiatives.
Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas.
Support Team Leads in planning and running activities.
Take part in optional additional opportunities as they arise, such as in-person workshops and conferences with leading mental health professionals, collaborations with Kids Help Phone partners, community presentations, and more!
Flexible time commitment
As a Cam’s Kids Ambassador, you join a national network of youth volunteers dedicated to mental health awareness. Ambassadors gain leadership and teamwork experience, access opportunities for public speaking and community engagement, and build skills to support future careers. They’re also eligible to apply for one of two annual $2,500 Outstanding Ambassador scholarships.
