White Ribbon Ambassadors are men who act as formal representatives of White Ribbon UK, part of a global movement to prevent men’s violence against women and girls. They are positive role models who take a stand against all male violence against women and girls, and encourage other men and boys to do so too.
They can be politicians, faith and community leaders, businessmen, public and third sector managers and staff, trade union leaders, teachers, students, police chiefs, musicians, sportsmen etc – anyone who can help the Campaign achieve its objectives. They are men who can have an impact on the way that men and boys think and act about this vital issue.
Ambassadors put their own time into the Campaign on a voluntary unpaid basis, and we are very grateful for their support.
Essential Requirements
White Ribbon Ambassadors
- understand the issue of male violence against women and girls, and men’s and boys’ roles in preventing it
- encourage men and boys to take a stand against male violence against women and girls
- actively oppose the gender inequalities and stereotypes that underpin male violence
- help raise the profile and influence of the White Ribbon Campaign nationally and locally
- pledge not to commit, excuse or remain silent about male violence against women and girls
Responsibilities
Male violence against women and girls is an issue for men as well as women. Men have a vital role to play in creating a culture where it is unacceptable, and in taking active steps to challenge male violence against women and girls in their families, workplaces and communities – on White Ribbon Day (25th November) and all year!
Ambassadors should:
- Wear a white ribbon and encourage others in the community to do the same
- Talk about the Campaign to colleagues, friends and family
- Attend and speak at public engagements
- Host meetings, social events, fundraising activities
- Approach other organisations (e.g. local councils, businesses, schools and colleges, community groups, sports and service clubs, music venues and festivals) and encourage them to get involved
- Promote the Campaign in media and social media opportunities (in accordance with our media guidelines)
- Maintain active and regular communication with us
- Help identify other potential White Ribbon Ambassadors
- Abide by all relevant Campaign policies
We ask ambassadors to write a short report each year about their activities.
The names of Ambassadors are published on our website.
If the behaviour of an Ambassador is inconsistent with the goals of the campaign, or an Ambassador Campaign reserves the right to end his role as an Ambassador.
Support provided by White Ribbon UK
The White Ribbon Campaign Team will ensure that Ambassadors are fully briefed and comfortable with their role and have the information and support to represent the Campaign. They will receive:
- An Ambassadors Starter Pack – including materials to share with others on social media etc, Campaign presentations and speaking notes, and FAQs.
- Campaign updates in our monthly e-newsletter.
- Face-to-face and online training.
- Membership of our national Ambassadors Network.
Further Information
To find out more, please contact us at info@whiteribboncampaign.co.uk, or on 01422 886545.
Website: www.whiteribboncampaign.co.uk
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