Our Ambassadors

Here are some typical Ambassador activities, depending on your interests and skills: 

• Sharing your experience and expertise, to foster greater understanding and knowledge of meningitis.  

• Talking about how Meningitis Research Foundation supported you, what we do and why you’re an Ambassador.  

• Speaking at local and regional events (e.g. festivals, fairs, colleges and universities). This helps raise awareness within at-risk groups and increase public understanding of meningitis. 

• Sharing key messages and resources across channels like social media. This ensures we reach audiences far and wide with life-saving information.  

• Participating in local, regional and national media interviews (radio, TV and online).  

• Feature in campaigns, including World Meningitis Day – the world’s leading meningitis awareness event. 

• Research local groups, schools and businesses. Contact them to offer talks and activities that raise awareness in your community. 

• Represent the charity at cheque presentations and explain what we do. 

For full details, download our Ambassador role profile.   

• Being an Ambassador is a life-changing opportunity. By sharing your experiences, you’ll help people truly understand the impact of meningitis. This makes more people aware of the signs and symptoms, encouraging them to seek help when needed. 

• You’ll join a supportive Ambassador network. There, you’ll meet other remarkable Ambassadors who share your passion for defeating meningitis. 

• You’ll be a central part of our events programme. This includes local activities where you can make a difference in your community. You can also join Ambassador meet-ups and national events, like the London Marathon and the Great North Run. 

• Access training and resources to support you in the role. Develop skills such as public speaking, working with the media and community outreach.  

• Get support every step of the way with a dedicated point of contact as you develop in your Ambassador role.  

• Gain valuable experience working with a professional organisation. This is a great addition to your CV and can serve as a strong reference for future employers. 

To learn more, please see our Ambassador role profile. 

The following are some of the skills and qualities we look for in our Ambassadors:  

• You should be willing to share your experiences. Use your journey to help others understand meningitis, its impact on lives and what can be done to defeat it.  

• Personable, enthusiastic and approachable, helping maintain a positive atmosphere.   

• Reliable and trustworthy, representing the charity in a professional manner at all times.   

• Strong public speaking and communication skills. This includes the ability to present and deliver talks to diverse audiences. 

• Social media skills, including the ability to create engaging content for various platforms. 

• Time to dedicate to the role and its training.  

There are different types of Ambassador roles and opportunities to be involved. We will work with you to explore the different ways you can share your story.   

Being an Ambassador is a rewarding but challenging role. It’s important that you’re self-aware, in the right place in your life to be able to share your experiences and know when you need to step away from the role. If being an Ambassador isn’t right for you, you can still get involved in many meaningful ways. We’re grateful for everyone’s contribution and interest.  

To register your interest in becoming an Ambassador, please email ClaireD@meningitis.org.  

We’re actively expanding our Ambassador network across the entire UK, aiming to reach as many different communities as possible. We particularly encourage applications from individuals in Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and from minority ethnic backgrounds and other under-represented communities.  

Please note that not all applicants will be selected for the role. Decisions will be based on suitability. We’ll prioritize candidates from under-represented regions and backgrounds, and those who can fill existing skills gaps.