Environmental Ambassadors are empowered individuals who address environmental issues and will help make their community better by leading and supporting projects that align with the CTLCV mission and vision.
Environmental Ambassadors:
Develop Environmental Leadership Skills
Build Practical Advocacy Skills
Raise Awareness & encourage participation in the Environmental Movement
Network with Like-Minded Environmentalists & CT Leaders
Ambassadors will help raise awareness, engage communities, and influence policy around environmental concerns. The program is structured so that participants may choose their level of engagement. This flexible system allows a diverse range of participants to stay engaged with the program.
Level 1: Supporters (Ambassadors in Training) Commitment: Monthly Meetings Supporters are just beginning their advocacy journey and play a key role in spreading awareness and growing CTLCV’s reach. As a Level 1 Ambassador, you will:
Stay Connected – Receive early updates on CTLCV events, legislation, and ways to take action.
Spread the Word – Share CTLCV content and action alerts on social media and help activate your community.
Show Up – If available, attend local events and meetings to represent CTLCV (with support from other ambassadors or CTLCV staff)
Level 2: Members (Active Ambassadors) Commitment: Monthly Members actively participate in CTLCV’s advocacy efforts, helping on the ground and online. Along with Level 1 responsibilities, you will:
Volunteer at Events – Assist at CTLCV tables, distribute materials, and engage with the public at community events.
Join or Host Action Hours – Assist in organizing conversations around various environmental topics.
Submit Testimony (and/or other Legislative Actions) – Share your voice by writing or presenting testimony on key environmental legislation.
Level 3: Leaders (Advanced Ambassadors) Commitment: Biweekly Meetings Leaders take on strategic roles, guiding others and representing CTLCV in high-level advocacy. In addition to Level 1 and 2 tasks, you will:
Lead the Way – Represent CTLCV at key community events.
Facilitate Community Engagement – Organize and lead action hours or other gatherings.
Influence Your Neighbors – Utilize your resources (digital and physical) to communicate CTLCV efforts, including events, action alerts, and more.
Mentor Others – Support new ambassadors, helping them grow into effective advocates.
