Arizona Association for Lifelong Learning - Ambassador Training 2022-2023

Adult Education Ambassador Training 2022-2023
Statewide Train the Trainer Sponsored by AALL
March 3- 4, 2023 - Coconino Community College - Flagstaff AZ

Ambassadors become representational leaders by developing their voice to effectively represent the field of adult education and take action for social change on issues they care about.

The recent training held at Coconino Community College in Flagstaff, Arizona on March 3 and 4, was a huge success, with eighteen participants, including eleven CCC students, the program provided a valuable learning experience for all involved. Over two days, the ambassadors were able to put their skills into practice and gain confidence in their ability to represent the field of adult education. They planned, practiced and facilitated a meeting with Dr. Eric Heiser, the President of Coconino Community College.

Overall, the Adult Education Ambassador Training program is an important investment in the future of adult education and in the development of student leaders who can help to create positive changes in their communities. By empowering individuals to become effective advocates for adult education, we can create a more just and equitable society where all voices are heard and valued.

For more information, contact the AALL Awareness Committee aallawareness@gmail.com

Ambassador Training 4 Components

Awareness – statistics and research about the impact of adult basic education
Stories – most powerful tool to affect change
Public speaking – message and delivery
Meeting with officials – planning, practicing, facilitating meetings with people in power

Goals:

➔ Establish teams of ambassadors/trainers for Arizona:

◆ Director/Admin + Staff/Instructor + Student Leaders

➔ Develop role and identity as a representational leader

➔ Provide students with skills for college & career success

➔ Increase visibility of adult education

➔ Offer networking for students – current and alumni

Follow Up expectations:

● Follow up debriefing and Review materials (google drive files)

● Do at least one Practice Meeting with a Community Leader

● Implement Training (1 or 2 days) with student and staff leaders

● Promote COABE’s Educate & Elevate campaign: https://coabe.org/legislative-center/

o Take Action - send letters to elected officials
o Submit Learner Success stories

● Hold awareness raising events in your program and participate in AZ Adult Literacy Week activities

● Visit the Legislature at the Capitol in Phoenix and/or participate in COABE’s Capitol Hill Days (virtually or in person)

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