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Youth Ambassador Program at Manhattan DA

Youth Ambassador Program

Manhattan DA · NY, US

4 days ago

Youth Ambassador Program

Manhattan DA · NY, US

5 days ago
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About the Role

The DANY Youth Ambassador Program offers Manhattan youth an insider's view of the criminal justice system, providing a platform to voice ideas for community service and learn about the District Attorney's Office. Participants will engage in workshops, volunteer days, projects, and lead a culminating event, becoming part of DANY's network of youth leaders.

Responsibilities

  • Meet every Monday and Wednesday afternoon for two hours (4:30 pm – 6:30 pm).
  • Participate in two to five community engagement days throughout the program (mostly on Saturdays).
  • Learn about the role of a District Attorney and the Criminal Justice System in Manhattan.
  • Participate in assigned reading and cohort discussions.
  • Recommend potential solutions to public safety issues prevalent in their assigned communities.
  • Coordinate a DANY youth-led culminating event or initiative.

Requirements

  • Applicants must reside in Manhattan.
  • Applicants must be 16 – 19 years old.
  • Authorization to work in the United States is required.
  • Ability to understand and carry out simple instructions.
  • In some cases, the ability to speak Spanish may be required.

Location

  • Manhattan

Work Type

  • In-person meetings
  • Community engagement days
  • Paid program

Experience Level

  • Youth program participants

Education Level

  • No formal education requirements

Salary/Compensations

  • $17.00/hr - $17.00/hr
  • Minimum wage

Benefits

  • Paid program
  • Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs
  • Eligibility for state repayment assistance programs

About the Company

  • The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce.

Equal Opportunity

  • Inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.