What is the YAP?
The CASSC Youth Ambassador Program (YAP) is a community based volunteer position aimed at youth age 14-24 years.
Make a difference in your community by advocating for a healthy relationship around alcohol use.
Scholarship Opportunity
CASSC provides a scholarship of $250 to our ambassadors.
Write an Inspiring ESSAY
Send Your Essay to: communityalcoholstrategy@gmail.com
In an inspiring essay tell us about yourself describing why you would be a suitable ambassador for CASSC For more information the visit CASSC website at www.paalcoholstrategy.ca
What CASSC Ambassadors Do
Step 1: Youth Ambassadors make posts to share on social media and create a pamphlet/booklet.
Step 2: Youth Ambassadors represent CASSC at community events
Step 3: Youth Ambassadors keep an activity logbook
Step 4: Youth Ambassadors present a final report at the end of June to CASSC for scholarship release.
Meet our Youth Ambassador Megan
Megan is a graduate student at the University of Saskatchewan, currently pursuing a Master of Public Health degree. Megan is focusing on the biological and social determinants of health through health promotion initiatives and intervention methods for safer alcohol consumption. Megan joined CASSC during a summer practicum hosted by the Saskatchewan Health Authority and City of Prince Albert. Megan has conducted policy research and evaluation regarding the City of Prince Albert’s Liquor Store Hours Bylaw. Outside of school, she enjoys reading and paint-by-number sets
Meet our Youth Ambassador Akshay
Akshay is currently a medical student at the Royal College of Surgeons, in Ireland. During the summer months he returns to his hometown of Prince Albert, where he actively creates content for CASSC. Akshay values the opportunity to be involved in community advocacy having participated in many community activities during his schooling career including music festivals, karate tournaments and dance competitions. Outside of his academic pursuits, Akshay enjoys spending time with friends, staying active at the gym, and playing basketball
Meet our Youth Ambassador Isabella
My name is Isabella Peters, I’m a First Nations artist and student residing in Prince Albert. I hope to spread awareness about alcohol and drug abuse through my personal experiences and art!
Meet our Youth Ambassador Tayen
My name is Tayen Rain Kristiansen. I am a high school student currently attending my first year at Carlton Comprehensive High School. I plan to support CASSC through digital design and media, as well as volunteering at events.