Renfrewshire Council

Become an Online Safety Ambassador

Sign up for training and learn to empower yourself and others.

Cyber Security webpage white background Are you passionate about helping others recognise online scams, safeguard their digital presence, and identify risks of online harm? If so, why not consider joining our team of volunteer Online Safety Ambassadors.

Why Join?

 

  • Develop crucial skills: Gain knowledge on scams, digital privacy, and more—essential in today's tech-driven world.
  • Enhance your career: This unique role adds a valuable dimension to your professional skillset.
  • Contribute positively: Help protect local communities, your family, friends and colleagues by fostering a safer and more secure online environment.

Training and Support

No prior experience or advanced knowledge of digital technology and security is required.

When you sign up to become an Online Safety Ambassador, you'll get:

✓ comprehensive training

✓ resources and guidance

✓ specialist support from our ICT team

✓ help and assistance from your network of fellow ambassadors.

Get involved

Our next Online Safety Ambassador training takes place digitally via Microsoft Teams on Thursday 22 May. It's important that all trainees attend both the morning session from 10am-1pm and the afternoon session from 2-4pm.

Complete the form to register your interest by Friday 16 May.

If you have any questions, or if you are interested in becoming an Online Safety Ambassador but you are unable to attend the training on Thursday 22 May, you can email

rensafeonline@renfrewshire.gov.uk to arrange an informal chat.

Published on Wednesday 26 March 2025