2025 Youth Ambassador Applications are now open. Applications are due January 31^st .

Prospective Youth Ambassador

Returning Youth Ambassador

About the Breakthrough T1D Youth Ambassador Program

The Breakthrough T1D Youth Ambassador Program (YA) was designed to cultivate youth leaders within the type 1 diabetes (T1D) community. Youth Ambassadors inspire others by sharing their T1D stories, raise awareness for Breakthrough T1D, educate the broader community about T1D, and directly contribute to Breakthrough T1D’s mission to create a world without T1D.

The program includes children and teens (ages 5-18) with T1D who share their personal experiences to raise awareness of Breakthrough T1D’s mission and emphasize the importance of funding a cure. It also offers a chance for members to develop leadership skills, gain confidence in discussing T1D, connect with peers living with T1D, and much more.

Youth Ambassador Requirements

To be considered for the YA Program, applicants must meet the following requirements:
• Between the ages of 5 – 18 years (Kindergarten – Grade 12)
• Living with T1D for at least one year
• Have a positive outlook on life and T1D
• Commit to the term determined by chapter (calendar year or fiscal year)
• Volunteer a minimum of 5 hours to support Breakthrough T1D programs and/or events
• Attend and/or participate in a minimum of 4 Breakthrough T1D engagements, including one required fundraising event such as Breakthrough T1D Walk, Ride, Gala or Your
• Attend YA Orientation at beginning of term, as scheduled by the chapter

Parents and/or guardians have a responsibility in ensuring their child’s success in the program:
• Review the application with their child
• Provide permission to participate
• Assist, as needed, with program support
• Provide transportation to Breakthrough T1D events and activities

Why Be a Youth Ambassador?

The benefits to YAs include:
• Developing leadership skills
• Building confidence in talking about T1D
• Connecting with other peers with T1D
• Enhancing speaking or storytelling skills
• Feeling connected to your Breakthrough T1D chapter
• Inspiring other youth living with T1D
• Engaging with Breakthrough T1D departments and T1D leaders