Deadline Approaching for 2025-26 Student Elections Ambassador Program

Author: Erin Clausen
Date: 5/5/2025 4:53 PM

The SLO County Elections Office is accepting applications through May 16 for its brand-new Student Elections Ambassador Program. The program will train students in elections and voter registration and then students will create their own peer-focused outreach projects.

The program, launching for the first time in SLO County this year in partnership with the League of Women Voters SLO, aims to cultivate a new generation of civic-minded leaders by equipping them with the tools, training, and support necessary to conduct meaningful voter outreach and registration efforts. Ambassadors will gain hands-on experience in election-related civic engagement while earning community service hours and developing leadership and project management skills.

A Youth-Led Movement for Civic Engagement
Participating students will:

• Learn about the history and importance of voting
• Get trained in voter registration and pre-registration practices
• Organize at least two outreach events during the school year
• Promote civic participation through campus events, community outreach, and digital campaigns

Application Details
Students interested in applying should complete the online application available at:
Student Election Ambassador Program Application

Selected applicants will be notified and welcomed in late May and invited to attend a kickoff meeting in August at the San Luis Obispo County Elections Center.

Building a Legacy of Participation
"We're excited to offer this opportunity for students to take a leading role in engaging their peers in civic participation," said Clerk-Recorder Elaina Cano. "This program will not only strengthen youth engagement in elections but also foster a deeper understanding of the importance of voter participation."