About Us
The East Midlands Apprenticeship Ambassador Network (EMAAN) is a group of employers and former/current apprentices who volunteer their time to promote apprenticeships.
The employer ambassadors main aim is to engage new employers to commit to apprenticeship delivery in the East Midlands.
The apprentice ambassadors work to promote apprenticeships at all levels through their apprenticeship stories at schools, colleges and careers events.
Ambassadors champion and support marketing, publicity and events to raise awareness of apprenticeships and also mentor others within the East Midlands.
Who EMAAN is for
What our ambassadors do
More than advocacy. Real impact.
EMAAN ambassadors can support a wide range of activity, including:
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School and college engagement
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Careers events and assemblies
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Employer outreach and events
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Panels, podcasts and campaigns
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Regional and national initiatives
All activity is supportive, inclusive, and designed to develop ambassadors as individuals, not just representatives.
Making a difference across the region
Through our ambassadors and partners, EMAAN has:
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Reached thousands of learners across the East Midlands in the last 3 years reaching over 300 Schools.
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Supported employers to better understand apprenticeships by buddying with over 200 SMEs.
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Created opportunities for apprentices to grow in confidence and leadership through social events, and extra-curricular development opportunities.
Ready to get involved?
Whether you are a current or former apprentice, an employer, or an education provider, there is a place for you in EMAAN.
By becoming an EMAAN ambassador, you gain access to a supportive network that provides opportunities for personal and professional growth, fosters valuable connections, and enables you to contribute to the advancement of the East Midlands community.
EMAAN offers dedicated support and resources for educational institutions, including access to networking events, collaborative initiatives, and the opportunity to connect with industry professionals to enrich the learning experience for students.
Employers can benefit from valuable networking opportunities, access to potential talent, and the ability to engage with the educational community to support talent development and contribute to the growth of the regional workforce.
Contact Us
Contact the EMAAN team today for more information. You can contact our team via email here, (apprenticeambassador@eastmidsaan.onmicrosoft.com) or alternatively complete the form below.