Advocate and Ambassador Program

Advocate and Ambassador Program

Whether you have five minutes or want to take on a more active role, you can help more people discover the Academy.
This program is open to alumni, TAs, mentors, volunteers, Impact Scholars, and anyone excited to help grow the Neuromatch community.


Become an Advocate

No application required; open to all
If you’re excited to help grow the Neuromatch community, whether or not you’ve taken a course, you can join as an Advocate. It’s a low-commitment, flexible way to get involved. No application, no approvals. Just jump in! If you’re spreading the word, download a badge below and show it off!
As an Advocate, you can:
  • Download and share  Neuromatch Academy posters⁠  to put up at your university or college campus
  • Spread the word in your networks; WhatsApp groups, mailing lists, campus spaces, or local events
  •  Submit your experience to be shared on social media 
What you’ll get:
  • A digital  Neuromatch Academy Advocate badge;⁠  just save the image and share it on social media or add to your LinkedIn profile
  • Recognition when you tag us in your social media posts ( see an example Advocate post here !)
  • A simple way to give back and help someone else discover the Academies



Apply to be an Ambassador

A more visible, application-based role
Ambassadors are selected alumni, TAs, or Mentors who represent Neuromatch Academy more visibly on campus and online. You’ll be a point of contact for others who want to learn more.
The Ambassador role runs from October to April each year.
As an Ambassador, you will:
  •  Complete the volunteer orientation⁠ 
  • Join the Ambassadors Slack channel
  •  Submit your experience to be shared on social media 
  •  Be listed on our website  with your photo and contact details
  • Answer questions from students or peers interested in applying
  • Share program info in university channels like newsletters or student groups
  • Be active on social media to boost awareness
Gold Ambassador (optional)
Gold Ambassadors go above and beyond by doing additional activities, such as:
  • Joining panel webinar(s) where prospective students can ask questions and you share your experience
  • Hosting or organizing events to promote Neuromatch
  • Supporting email outreach campaigns
  •  Put up at least two posters⁠  at your university and send us a photo in the Slack channel or share virtually
Gold Ambassadors will receive special recognition and a Gold Ambassador badge in addition to the standard Ambassador benefits.
What Ambassadors will receive:
  • Recognition on the Neuromatch website and social media
  • A digital Ambassador badge you can share on social media
  • A @neuromatch.io email
  •  Slack access to stay connected with the volunteer community⁠ 
  • Slide decks and support if you present about Neuromatch
  • An invite to professional development sessions in June
  • Real-world experience in outreach and mentorship