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Become a Campaigns Ambassador

Join our community

Help us in beating cancer through politics

Campaigns Ambassadors give their time and experience to political campaigning. It is varied, empowering and rewarding. Our community of volunteer campaigners come from different backgrounds and generations, from 18 to 90 years of age. They help improve cancer outcomes for all by building relationships and influencing politicians to advocate for national and local policy change.

We ask you to commit to just a few hours every month. Campaign activities are flexible and mostly done from home or in your local area. We hold regular online events, and occasionally full day events in person, where volunteers can meet politicians, other Campaigns Ambassadors and the teams behind our campaigns.

Eligibility

  • 18+ years old

  • A UK resident

  • Have regular access to the internet to read regular updates and take campaign activities.

  • Due to the nature of the role, you will need to have basic digital skills. No campaigning experience is required as we’ll provide you with all the training and support that you need.

What do Campaign Ambassadors do?

Help secure policy change by:

  • writing to politicians.

  • meeting in person or online with their local politician.

  • sharing our political campaign messages with family and friends, and on social media.

  • signing petitions and collecting petition signatures.

Become a Campaigns Ambassador

The application process

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Application

Apply using the link above and let us know why you’re interested in joining us as a Campaigns Ambassador. We aim to get back to you within a week on the status of your application.

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Induction

If you’re accepted, we’ll give you an introduction to Cancer Research UK and campaigning to prepare you for your new role.

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Campaigning

Now you're ready to start campaigning! You'll take part in regular activities and join our brilliant volunteering community of political campaigners.

What support is available?

Receive training

You'll receive an introduction, as well as ongoing training opportunities to make sure you're confident and able to excel in the role.

Develop important skills

You’ll develop important skills that are hugely valued in the workplace such as communication, influencing and relationship building.

Get support

Our friendly Campaigns team will be there to support you all the way – offering guidance and helping you build your confidence.

Dive into our resources

We’ll send you regular emails and resources to support your campaigning, as well as a friendly Facebook group to chat with other Campaigns Ambassadors.

Are you ready to make a real difference for people affected by cancer?

Become a Campaigns Ambassador

Contact us 

If you have any questions or want to speak to someone in the Campaigns team before you apply, please email us or call us. 

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