Frequently Asked Questions and Information Area

PoRCAP R C A Youth Ambassadors receive the first invitations after taking part in the Awards. If you accept your Academy offer, you begin the sign-up and enrolment process. If spaces remain, they will be opened to other eligible young people on a first come, first served basis. The interest form lets you express interest; it does not accept an offer, complete enrolment or guarantee a place.

We aim to welcome up-to 25 participants each year. Places are limited, and registering interest does not guarantee a place.

The Academy is for young people in living or studying Rushmoor aged 13 to 25 on its start date. Participants who turn 26 during the programme can complete it and graduate. All graduates are invited to the Alumni programme regardless of age. PoRCAP R C A Youth Ambassadors receive the first invitations; remaining spaces are opened to other eligible young people.

The first cohort launches on 12 August 2027 and aims to graduate on 12 August 2028.

Each month includes approximately two hours in person and 90 minutes of online group reflection. Volunteering and projects require additional time depending on each activity.

Venue depends on the host location. Online reflection sessions follow the practical sessions; joining details will be shared with participants and families.

Yes. Participants will not be expected to pay towards participation. Programme expenses will be covered through funding and grants. One Academy polo shirt is provided free; additional shirts are optional purchases.

We will plan sessions outside school or college hours wherever possible. If this is not possible for an educational activity, we can communicate with the school or college to discuss arrangements before participation.

Tell us as early as possible. Where circumstances outside a participant’s control cause them to fall behind, we will help them catch up as much as possible. Attendance and completion arrangements will be explained before enrolment.

Bronze, Silver and Gold each last four months within the same 12-month programme. Participants receive a certificate at the end of each stage. At graduation they receive a completion certificate and completion badge and are invited to the Alumni programme.

Each year, PoRCAP R C A works with a local secondary school or college, which invites interested students to sign up. Places are allocated on a first come, first served basis through that school or college. The number of places depends on the number of Awards categories. Sign-up closes for that school or college for the year when the required number is reached.

Students who introduce a category at the Awards are offered recognition as PoRCAP R C A Youth Ambassadors after the event. They receive their badge once they accept the role’s terms, with parent or guardian consent if under 18. They are separately invited to join YALA. An Alumni Ambassador is a graduate who continues contributing after completing the Academy. The Youth Ambassador badge is separate from the Academy completion badge.

No. The Youth Ambassador role is voluntary and separate from the Academy. You can accept the Ambassador role and decline an Academy invitation.

No. For Ambassador activities, you or your family arrange transport and provide food and drinks unless PoRCAP R C A confirms otherwise. Academy participation is free, with programme expenses covered through funding and grants. Academy transport and food arrangements will be explained separately before activities.

No. Permission is requested separately and is optional. Declining publicity does not prevent you from being a Youth Ambassador or joining the Academy.

Yes. Businesses and other supporters can offer mentoring, host a theme or workshop, arrange suitable visits, share professional experience or provide resources and expertise.

Contact us before joining to discuss support needs, accessibility, reasonable adjustments or online access difficulties. Detailed health and allergy information will be collected separately during enrolment.