Get Involved Roots & Shoots needs high-energy, goal-oriented Roots & Shoots youth members from around the United States who are looking for a deeper commitment to the Roots & Shoots network. As a member of a Roots & Shoots Youth Leadership Council, the Youth Leader is responsible for engaging other youth in regional events, programs and youth campaigns. The Youth Leader also supports regional Roots & Shoots groups and reaches out to establish new groups in their region. This position fosters connections, friendship and action among our members.
Roots & Shoots Youth Leaders are required to: - Commit to a Council for two (2) years.
- Spend a minimum of 10 hours per month on Roots & Shoots Youth Leadership Council activities.
- Work with the Youth Leadership support staff to define personal measurable goals as a Youth Leader.
- Attend monthly Council meetings in person or by telephone conference.
- Participate as a speaker, facilitator or table representative at presentations, group orientations, events or conferences in your local area.
- Participate in regional outreach, events, conferences, campaigns and summits including:
- Regional Youth Summit
- Regional Campaign
- Presentations to the general public, schools and partners
- Participate in national events, campaigns and summits including:
- Volunteer time to Dr. Jane Goodall's lecture tour when she comes to your region.
- Recruit and support local youth for Roots & Shoots Youth Corps (if applicable in your region).
- Receive and respond to council emails a minimum of twice a week.
- Support Roots & Shoots fundraising efforts.
- Respond to outreach or support request from Roots & Shoots Staff or Fellows as needed.
Youth Leaders set personal measurable goals in these areas: Member Support - Visit local Roots & Shoots groups in your region and participate in their projects.
- Contact members, offer support and urge them to submit their Project Reports through the Online Project Database.
- Notify the regional office of newsworthy Roots & Shoots projects or stories in your area.
Peer Support - Identify local youth as candidates for the Youth Leadership Council and the Roots & Shoots Youth Corps (where applicable).
- Help recruit, train and support other youth leaders and Youth Corps members (where applicable) by participating in presentations, group orientations, events and conferences.
Networking Support - Participate in networking events annually within your region-the purpose of these events is to develop productive relationships among groups and members.
- Act as a representative for Roots & Shoots at state, regional and national events-including staffing information tables and/or giving presentations as necessary.
- Collect email addresses for the Roots & Shoots eNewsletter distribution list.
Youth Campaigns Support - Promote participation in regional and national youth campaigns.
- Create and implement service projects related to youth campaigns.
Think you want to GET INVOLVED? Click here to visit the Application Page and learn how to apply.
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