PMD Alliance Ambassadors

No Stopping Us!

“We are all in this together; the struggles of others are not theirs solely to bear.”

Who are Ambassadors?

They are volunteers who are passionate influencers, unstoppable advocates and hard-nosed truth–tellers—key stakeholders committed to broadening impact and spreading the word about living well with a diagnosis. Their matchless insights are often living proof of what works to help PMD Alliance educate, inform, connect and inspire those seeking knowledge and resources to improve their quality of life.

What do Ambassadors do?

Ambassadors draw on their unique gifts and talents to raise awareness, share resources, tips and tricks throughout local, regional, national and global communities. By engaging people in our programs and resources, they help communicate the PMD Alliance philosophy:

People are not defined by their diagnosis.
Learning is a team sport.
Enthusiasm is our driving force.

Benefits of Being an Ambassador

Here are just a few benefits of volunteering:

Active role in shaping the future of PMD Alliance.
Early and exclusive access to new resources & content.
Recognition as an Ambassador on our website.
Reciprocal promotion for your community on our website, app and social channels.

Become an Ambassador

Our Ambassadors are a handpicked crew of volunteers who demonstrate supportive energy, shared values and active engagement. Interested in being one?

Step 1:

Take a moment to fill out this form and we’ll be in touch soon!

Step 2:

We will schedule a call with a PMD Alliance team member. This step allows us to see if you align with the mission and vision of PMD Alliance, and if we align with how you want to contribute to your community.

Step 3:

If our expectations align, you will be on-boarded as a PMD Alliance Ambassador!

Step 4:

To maintain your Ambassador status, you must attend at least 4 bi-monthly online meetings a year.

12 Ways to Be Involved

You must be involved in 3 ways to qualify as an Ambassador.

Support Group Leader

The benefits of becoming a support group leader (SGL) are endless, and PMD Alliance wants to recognize your dedication and passion to our community by publicly displaying a “Verified SGL Shield” next to your information on our website.

How do you earn this “Verified SGL Shield”?

Attend a PMD Alliance In Sync SGL Fundamentals Training
Attend 4 of the monthly In Sync Roundtables in a 6-month period
Start or continue facilitating a support group for your community for the past 6 months.
Meet with a PMD Alliance Staff Member

Community Advocate

You advocate on behalf of your community to improve access to care. Represent PMD Alliance at in-person events in your community.

Influencer

You help spread the word about PMD Alliance on social media and shout about all the cool stuff that we have going on.

Blogger

You contribute to our website with an article at least twice a year.

Speaker

Speak at an in–person or online PMD Alliance sponsored event.

Fundraiser

Another way to be an important part of the PD community is organizing a fundraiser event to support the programs and resources PMD Alliance has to offer.

Researcher

Explore discussion topics for support group meetings. Contact wellness classes and support groups in your community to confirm their active status and report to us to update our database.

Trainer

Be the expert and teach new support group leaders how to facilitate and lead their members after you attend our Train-the-Trainer SGL workshop.

Event Organizer

Join PMD Alliance during the planning and/or execution of one of PMD Alliance in-person event:

Renew! Retreat® – One-of-a-kind workshop designed with two simultaneous tracks: one for care partners and adult children AND one for those with movement disorders.
Get Out!™ – These events are social gatherings with educational themes to allow people to spend time with new and existing friends. The core of this program is the research that social health is essential for brain health and longevity.
In Sync® Regional Workshop – Seize opportunities to learn from other trailblazers and expand your regional network of peers.

Wellness Instructor

Promote wellbeing by teaching at least one weekly PD specific wellness class in your community that has been ongoing for at least the past six months.

Educator

Healthcare professionals and people with lived experience can help us raise awareness among students, community groups, and others, by teaching about brain health and movement disorders.

Creator

Share with us at least two pieces of your artistic talent to showcase virtually or at in-person events.

Meet Our Ambassadors

Our Ambassadors are happy to connect. Click on their name to send them an email. Each Ambassador brings their own perspective to their corner of the country, but all share the same defining vision: Proving the doubters and the naysayers wrong. They can and do raise their hands to set up and make an impact in lives. Together, let’s raise a movement that builds community.