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The Digital Ambassador program, spearheaded by University of Missouri Extension and UM System Office of Engagement, trains community members across the state of Missouri to act as digital experts in their areas. Volunteers learn more about digital applications and serve as experts for their families and fellow community members.

Become a Digital Ambassador in 3 easy steps:

Register for our next training session

Complete a 14-hour in person or online training course

Work with local partners to provide outreach, education, and assistance

Throughout this course, you’ll become an expert in:

  • Managing a home network
  • Cloud-based applications
  • Determining community needs
  • Spotting misinformation
  • Cybersecurity
  • And more!

Why become a Digital Ambassador?

Community members of all ages can become a Digital Ambassador. High school students may be interested for individual community service or with a student organization. Adult community members may benefit by using their current expertise to help their neighbors, create projects for civic groups, or gain skills to help their own online experience.

The bottom line: Digital Ambassadors are the forefront of creating a more connected Missouri.

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Resources for Digital Ambassadors

How Digital Applications Can Help Prepare for Emergencies

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September 10, 2025

How AI Can Help with Your Online Job Search

In a previous blog we discussed fundamental steps to successfully search for a job online.  To take your online job search to the next level, artificial intelligence (AI) may be the key. In this blog, we will explore AI tools … Continued
August 20, 2025

Biometrics as part of Secure Logins

We’ve recently discussed the future of secure online logins and moving toward methods that eliminate passwords.  One of the methods discussed was the use of biometrics. Let’s take a look at how biometrics work and the advantages and issues to … Continued
August 6, 2025
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