Student Involvement

Join a passionate team of student leaders at the Global Center on Human Trafficking (GCHT) dedicated to raising awareness and combating human trafficking. As a Student Ambassador, you’ll develop your leadership and public speaking skills while directly contributing to trafficking prevention and peer education.

The GCHT Student Ambassador Program educates and empowers future leaders to address human trafficking from a human rights perspective. This opportunity allows undergraduate and graduate students at Montclair State University to enhance their understanding of human trafficking by supporting GCHT activities and organizing awareness events on campus.

Commitment: Serve for one academic year (1 hour weekly commitment during the fall and spring semesters).
Training: Complete Human Trafficking 101 (1.5 hours) in-person or online.
Peer Education: Become a Human Trafficking 101 peer educator or workshop leader.
Meetings: Attend bi-weekly planning, training, and check-in meetings with the Student Ambassador Advisor.
Group Facilitation: Co-facilitate bi-weekly open groups with GCHT interns and fellow ambassadors.
Volunteer Work: Volunteer at least once per semester for GCHT events.
Social Media Engagement: Share GCHT’s social media posts and promote upcoming events.

Why Become a GCHT Student Ambassador?

• Gain hands-on experience in anti-trafficking advocacy and education.
• Enhance your resume with practical leadership and professional experience.
• Develop your leadership and public speaking abilities.
• Make a tangible impact in your community by preventing and raising awareness of human trafficking.
• Join a passionate community of student leaders and advocates committed to fostering positive social change.
• Play a vital role in supporting the Global Center’s work and increasing awareness of human trafficking on campus and in surrounding communities.
• Build valuable networking connections for your future career.
• Collaborate with professionals who have lived experiences.
• Make new friends.
• Receive a “Certificate of Completion” upon successfully finishing the program.

Importance of Raising Awareness About Human Trafficking

Raising awareness is the crucial first step in preventing human trafficking. Many people are unaware of its scope and various forms of exploitation. To combat this issue, we must understand its true nature, as it can affect anyone, especially vulnerable populations. College campuses include at-risk groups such as first-time students, first-generation students, international students, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ students, study-abroad participants, visiting faculty and staff, undocumented migrants, and victims of abuse.

Educating these individuals about human trafficking, labor laws, and the signs to look for could make a significant difference. Increased awareness leads to prevention, early intervention, justice, and long-term support for trafficking survivors.

Program Requirements

• Open to undergraduate and graduate students of all majors.
• Commit to serving for one academic year (Fall 2024-Spring 2025).
• Complete Human Trafficking 101 (1.5 hours) either in-person or online.
• Become a Human Trafficking 101 peer educator or workshop leader.
• Attend bi-weekly planning and check-in meetings with the Student Ambassador Advisor.
• Co-facilitate bi-weekly groups with GCHT interns and fellow ambassadors.
• Volunteer at least once a semester for GCHT events.
• Share GCHT’s social media posts and events.

Characteristics of Ambassadors

We seek volunteers who are passionate about the work of the GCHT. Candidates should be respectful, kind, and professional, exhibiting high integrity (no gossip) while collaborating with experienced experts. The GCHT will provide opportunities for volunteers to engage, but we also welcome students eager to create awareness around human trafficking.

If this sounds like you, apply to join our GCHT Student Ambassador Program today!

For more information about the Student Ambassador Program, please contact: Ashlee Martellacci.