In addition to expanding the community of young researchers in the field of preventive cardiology, Young Ambassadors communicate the needs and interests of their national peers with the EAPC. They also help spread the word about EAPC initiatives and scientific activities at the national level.

Young Ambassadors are nominated for a two-year mandate with the possibility to extend their mandate for two additional years upon validation by the EAPC President, for a total of four years.