Question 1

What Is an Ambassador?

Accepted Answer

A Project Unlaced Ambassador is a student or young athlete who takes on a flexible leadership role to raise awareness about mental health, REDs, eating disorders, and body image within their team, school, or community. Ambassadors serve as role models and advocates, helping create cultures where performance, health, and well-being go hand in hand.

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Ambassadors are advocates who want to learn, listen, and lead. They work to create team and community cultures where performance, health, and well-being go hand in hand.

Becoming an Ambassador means you’re not just a student or athlete. You’re a role model, a peer resource, and a leader for change in how young people talk about health, strength, and self-worth.

Question 2

What Ambassadors Do

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This is a flexible, low-commitment leadership position. It’s perfect for busy students and athletes who still want to make a difference.

As an Ambassador, you will:
 • Educate yourself on REDs, eating disorders, body image, and the myths of diet culture  through Project Unlaced’s educational materials
 • Share awareness within your team or community - this could mean posting graphics, starting a conversation, or suggesting a workshop
 • Be a voice of support for peers who might be struggling or have questions about these topics
 • Model balanced attitudes toward food, training, rest, and self-care
 • Represent your team or community as part of a national movement redefining strength, health, and well-being

Question 3

Why Become an Ambassadors?

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• It’s an official leadership position you can list on college, scholarship, or job applications
 • You’ll gain education and advocacy experience in athlete wellness
 • You’ll receive an Ambassador Certificate and recognition on Project Unlaced social media
 • You’ll help foster a more supportive, informed, and positive team culture
 • You’ll join a national network of students advocating for change

Question 4

How to Become an Ambassador

Accepted Answer

1. Read through this overview and make sure the role aligns with your goals
2. Fill out the Ambassador Application Form
3. Complete a short introductory module on REDs, eating disorders, and body image in sport
4. Receive your official AmbassadorCertificate and an Information Packet filled with ideas, resources, and inspiration to help you make an impact in your role
5. Join the Ambassador Group Chat
6. Begin sharing awareness with your team - your impact can be as small as starting conversations or sharing resources

Question 5

Need Support or Have Questions?

Accepted Answer

Feel free to email us at projectunlaced@gmail.com or reach out on Instagram at @project_unlaced

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