Your first Junior Ambassador Meeting
Activity guides
These activity guides can be printed off and shared with your EPAS team to help them plan events, share what they are doing, and complete your accreditation.
If you have an activity guide you would like us to create, drop us an email: info@epas.org.uk
Lesson Plans
Further resources, ideas, and inspiration
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European Parliament’s Youth Hub launches
Whether you’re a young person eager to share ideas and make friends or a teacher planning a school trip, the European Parliament’s Youth Hub is your go-to spot for a European adventure! Dive into international events and online debates, all in 24 languages. Explore, connect, and have fun! Discover it now!
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First UK EPAS Meetup
COVID threw a wrench in the UK launch of the European Parliament Ambassador Schools program, keeping us online. But now, Junior and Senior Ambassadors from four EPAS schools finally met in person! They shared experiences, learned from each other, and planned exciting activities for next year. It’s all coming together!
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Celebrating Europe Day
Europe Day on May 9th is all about celebrating peace and unity in Europe. It’s a great time to reflect on how we can foster these values. Celebrate what brings us together, like democracy, human rights, and culture, or tackle shared challenges like the climate crisis. Let’s make it meaningful!
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Running an EU intro session for your school
Channing School, one of our European Parliament Ambassador Schools, asked for help with a session for their Junior Ambassadors. I shared a session I ran last year, which other EPAS members might find handy. It introduces students to the EU’s values and facts. Check out the resources and slides!
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Recruiting and training Junior Ambassadors
Junior Ambassadors are the heart of EPAS! They plan, execute, and showcase activities. Let them lead the way in your EPAS journey. Start by recruiting and briefing them on their roles. Check out these handy resources to get started: download the intro slideshow, posters, and social media images. Go team!
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Gaining accreditation
EPAS is all about boosting young people’s leadership and democratic engagement. When schools achieve this, the European Parliament recognizes them as Ambassadors. In our final training for Senior Ambassadors, we explored the accreditation process and heard from Channing School about their success last year. Check out the video for more insights!
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Getting help to run EPAS
Every school initiative needs a champion, and the Senior Ambassador is just that. But remember, EPAS thrives when students take the lead! In our latest training, we explored the roles of Senior and Junior Ambassadors, recruitment tips, and opportunities from the European Parliament Liaison Office. Dive in and get inspired!
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How to teach about the EU – CPD
Despite the UK leaving the EU, students are keen to learn about it, knowing it still impacts their lives. This curiosity can inspire them to explore politics, culture, and more. Our experience with the European Parliament Ambassador Schools program shows it’s a great way to engage students in these topics.
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Setting up EPAS social media accounts
Quick social media posts share ideas, promote your work, and keep your team on track. Communication is key in the EPAS program, aiming to raise awareness about EU opportunities, daily impacts, and influence. Social media spreads these messages easily, motivating Junior Ambassadors. Create a posting plan to stay organized!