AMBASSADORS PROGRAM | City of Memphis Office of Youth Services

MEMPHIS AMBASSADORS PROGRAM

Memphis Ambassadors Program (MAP) is a year-round development and enrichment program that serves between 400-500 youth across the City of Memphis in each of the council districts. The program engages youth in grades 9th-12th annually. MAP is designed to assist youth in their decision-making process about post-secondary life and the development of social, critical thinking and leadership skills. City of Memphis Youth are selected through a lottery process. The Five Pillars MAP focuses on are: Community Service, Leadership, Education, Entrepreneurship, and Perseverance.

Services

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Engaging in community service fosters a sense of responsibility, empathy, and social awareness among participants while also addressing important societal needs.

LIFESKILLS

Teaching youth life skills equips them with the tools they need to make informed choices, set and achieve goals, manage their time effectively, and build healthy relationships

COLLEGE TOURS

College tours offer invaluable opportunities for youth to explore higher education institutions firsthand. These tours typically involve visits to campus facilities, including classrooms, libraries, dormitories, and recreational areas, allowing students to envision themselves as part of the college community.

Within the MAP Program, our Ambassadors create strong relationships by connecting with peers from other school districts. They cultivate so many life long memories and still embark in fun, educational activities.