The Downtown Ambassador Program consists of local community volunteers whom serve as both eyes on the street and representatives of the community to provide information to residents and visitors. The following are the four major responsibilities of the ambassadors:

1) Provide the public with useful information regarding local attractions/upcoming events through maps and other handouts
2) Answer general questions
3) Call for medical and/or police assistance if needed
4) Identify and report hazards, graffiti and criminal activity

The Downtown Ambassador Program seeks to allow volunteers to participate in making Downtown Fort Lauderdale an even greater place to live and visit.
Ambassadors are ready to give directions, answer questions, and provide assistance to the general public. The Downtown Ambassadors are able to move around either by walking, through the use of a provided street legal golf cart, or bicycles. Cell phones have also been provided to ambassadors in the event of an emergency.

Boundaries and Hours of Operations:
The initial boundaries of the program are on the North side of the New River, between the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and Las Olas Boulevard.
Ambassadors are seen on the Riverwalk, 2nd Street, and along the shops on Las Olas Boulevard. The hours of operation are:
--- Thursday and Friday: 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.
--- Saturday and Sunday: Noon - 8:00 p.m.

How to Get Involved:
The DDA is currently accepting new volunteers into the program. Ambassadors must first complete the training that is provided by the DDA, the Fort Lauderdale
Police, and the Park Rangers. Interested parties should contact either Kim Centamore, Volunteer Coordinator at (954) 931-8764 or Chadwick Blue.