Program Requirements
To qualify, candidates must be UEA members in good standing. Ideal candidates should be interested in expanding their understanding of education policy, leadership principles, and advocacy skills. Commitment to attending in-person meetings scheduled on October 28, February 1, and February 2 is essential.
Applicants don't need previous policy experience. UEA encourages members from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our policy initiatives.
Applications for the 2024 Policy Ambassador program are no longer being accepted. If you missed the opportunity this year, we encourage you to consider applying next year and becoming integral to shaping Utah's education policy's future.
For more information, contact Government Relations and Professional Programs Director Dr. Sara Jones at [email protected]
Policy Ambassador Obligations
- Attend:
- Leadership and skills training at a Fall Retreat (Saturday, Oct 28, from 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. in the Salt Lake City area)
- Legislative preview meeting (Thursday, Feb 1, 6:00-8:30 p.m. in Salt Lake City area).
- Educator Day on the Hill (Friday, Feb 2, from 7 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Capitol)
- Legislative committee meetings (online)
- Legislative wrap-up meeting (Thursday, March 7 from 5:00-6:00 p.m. virtual)
- Write one legislative update for UEA’s Under the Dome website describing the Policy Ambassador experience (Jan – March 2024)
- Contact State Senator and State Representative on a policy or funding issue.
- Track education policy issues during the 2024 legislative session via UEA’s Under the Dome website and the Utah Legislature website
- The program runs from Oct 28, 2023 – March 30, 2024
- A $100 stipend will be paid upon completion of all program activities.
- Hotel, mileage, and substitute costs will be paid for mandatory in-person meetings (Fall Retreat and Educator Day on the Hill)
- Up to 20 participants will be selected.
