AmeriCorps

PEACE CORPS AND AMERICORPS USHER IN A NEW ERA OF SERVICE

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Mittwoch, April 24, 2024
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Since 1961 and 1993, respectively, the Peace Corps and AmeriCorps have created opportunities for millions of individuals of all ages to tackle seemingly overwhelming challenges at home and abroad through impact-oriented service.

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  • Since 1961 and 1993, respectively, the Peace Corps and AmeriCorps have created opportunities for millions of individuals of all ages to tackle seemingly overwhelming challenges at home and abroad through impact-oriented service.
  • Along the way, those Americans have gained skills that have created accelerated paths to careers and become more engaged global citizens.
  • And in almost everything they do, Peace Corps Volunteers are tackling community priorities and supporting the largest generation of youth in history to become global leaders.
  • And it’s a call to usher in a new era of service.

From Backyard Gardens to National Impact: How One Detroit Native is Leading the Fight Against Climate Change

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Dienstag, April 23, 2024
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In the neighborhood I grew up in, there were no major grocery stores nearby with healthy food options.

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  • In the neighborhood I grew up in, there were no major grocery stores nearby with healthy food options.
  • From our little backyard oasis, I could see the impact fresh fruits and vegetables had on my family’s health.
  • The American Climate Corps underscores the Biden-Harris administration's commitment to addressing climate change, promoting clean energy and advancing environmental justice.
  • The American Climate Corps is an historic initiative dedicated to mobilizing a diverse workforce to confront the climate crisis and tackle environmental injustice.

Biden-Harris Administration Announces Major Steps to Stand Up Landmark American Climate Corps Initiative, Mobilizing the Next Generation of Climate Leaders

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Montag, April 22, 2024
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AmeriCorps , the federal agency for national service, serves as the hub for the American Climate Corps.

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  • AmeriCorps , the federal agency for national service, serves as the hub for the American Climate Corps.
  • Nearly a century after FDR established the Civilian Conservation Corps, President Biden will announce today that Americans can now apply to join the American Climate Corps through a newly launched website, ClimateCorps.gov .
  • The website, which is launching in its beta form, will be regularly updated with new American Climate Corps positions.
  • The first class of the American Climate Corps will be deployed to communities across the country in June 2024.

America’s Service Commissions to Host 1,500+ AmeriCorps and Nonprofit Leaders for National Service Training

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Dienstag, April 16, 2024
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Washington, DC, April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 2024 National Service Training (NST), hosted by America’s Service Commissions (ASC), will bring together more than 1,500 nonprofit, AmeriCorps, and volunteer engagement professionals from 52 states and territories.

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  • Washington, DC, April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 2024 National Service Training (NST), hosted by America’s Service Commissions (ASC), will bring together more than 1,500 nonprofit, AmeriCorps, and volunteer engagement professionals from 52 states and territories.
  • Historically, ASC has hosted its NST events in several regions across the country, but this year the organization will host one national in-person event and one national virtual event.
  • “As the only organization providing dedicated training and technical assistance to state and territorial service commissions and their AmeriCorps and volunteer programs nationwide, our annual National Service Training is critically important to the national service field,” said Kaira Esgate, ASC CEO.
  • “We are thrilled to host NST each year and look forward to connecting this year with attendees from across the country in Minneapolis and online.”

Study.com Partners with Teach For America To Bring Test Prep Resources to Future Teachers

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Donnerstag, April 11, 2024
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MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Across the country schools and school districts are working to combat teacher shortages and to ensure that high-quality new teachers can successfully navigate the path to enter and lead classrooms each school year. On that path, in many communities, new teachers must demonstrate their qualifications through teacher certification exams. Today, Study.com, an award-winning learning platform, announces a partnership with Teach For America (TFA), a nonprofit that works to confront educational inequity by recruiting exceptional and diverse leaders to teach, tutor, and lead schools and systems. The partnership will support incoming TFA teachers as they prepare for and meet local certification requirements in the communities where they work.

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  • The partnership will support incoming TFA teachers as they prepare for and meet local certification requirements in the communities where they work.
  • "Every year Teach For America recruits thousands of emerging diverse leaders to teach in high need classrooms across the country.
  • "Study.com's research-backed teacher test prep and resources provide our new teachers important support, so that they can focus even more of their energy on the needs of their students and classrooms."
  • Keys to the Classroom is currently in 20 states, and Study.com has committed to donating over $4 million in test prep materials.

AmeriCorps CEO Celebrates AmeriCorps Week in DC, Pennsylvania and New York

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Donnerstag, März 21, 2024
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"AmeriCorps Week celebrates the millions of AmeriCorps members, AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers and alumni who have devoted themselves in service to communities and causes in greatest need.," said Michael D. Smith, CEO, AmeriCorps.

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  • "AmeriCorps Week celebrates the millions of AmeriCorps members, AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers and alumni who have devoted themselves in service to communities and causes in greatest need.," said Michael D. Smith, CEO, AmeriCorps.
  • On Monday, March 11, AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith launched AmeriCorps Week by delivering a keynote presentation at the National League of Cities “Celebrate Diversity” breakfast .
  • In addition, Smith attended a virtual Intergenerational Alumni Networking event hosted by AmeriCorps, America's Service Commissions , and Service Year Alliance for an AmeriCorps alumni networking event celebrating AmeriCorps' 30th anniversary and AmeriCorps Week.
  • The event featured a panel of AmeriCorps alumni and AmeriCorps senior volunteers who had served for three decades at AmeriCorps.

AmeriCorps and Arkansas State Parks Partner for Conservation Efforts on Public Lands

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Mittwoch, März 13, 2024
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The State Parks of Arkansas date back to 1907, when Fort Smith Lumber Company officials toured Petit Jean Mountain in the Arkansas River Valley.

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  • The State Parks of Arkansas date back to 1907, when Fort Smith Lumber Company officials toured Petit Jean Mountain in the Arkansas River Valley.
  • The state of Arkansas, with knowledge of its needs, priorities and existing efforts in conservation, will leverage AmeriCorps NCCC’s ability to deploy teams quickly, frequently and effectively.
  • “AmeriCorps is committed to helping build resilient communities that conserve public lands and waters,” said Michael D. Smith, CEO, AmeriCorps.
  • “Arkansas State Parks are a treasure in this state, and Engage Arkansas is proud to collaborate with the state parks office and our AmeriCorps NCCC partners to accomplish even more.”
    “In Arkansas, we are always looking to enhance the conservation of our natural heritage for future generations,” Secretary of Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism Shea Lewis said.

AmeriCorps Celebrates National Service in Texas

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Dienstag, März 12, 2024
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Washington, DC, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- During the week of Monday, March 4, AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith celebrated AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers in Texas.

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  • Washington, DC, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- During the week of Monday, March 4, AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith celebrated AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers in Texas.
  • Smith visited local service sites and joined SXSW EDU to highlight the role of national service in education over the last 30 years.
  • Hosted by Communities in Schools of Central Texas , and joined by AmeriCorps members from Literacy First , these national leaders saw firsthand how AmeriCorps members are empowering Texas students to stay in school, succeed academically and achieve in life.
  • AmeriCorps offers opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds to be a part of the national service community, grow personally and professionally, and receive benefits for their service.

City Year Announces Historic Partnership with Paul Quinn College, its First-Ever Partnership with a Historically Black College and University

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Dienstag, März 12, 2024
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The partnership with Paul Quinn College represents a first-of-its-kind collaboration with an HBCU, making higher education more accessible and affordable and opening direct access to corporate internships for City Year AmeriCorps members, alums, and staff.

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  • The partnership with Paul Quinn College represents a first-of-its-kind collaboration with an HBCU, making higher education more accessible and affordable and opening direct access to corporate internships for City Year AmeriCorps members, alums, and staff.
  • "To be in best service to our AmeriCorps members and alumni, it is critical to have HBCU partnerships, like this new partnership with Paul Quinn College, partnerships that create strategic pathways to opportunity for our Black and brown AmeriCorps members.
  • This shows our BIPOC community our deep investment in them,” said Stephen Spaloss (Boston, ‘91), City Year executive.
  • Watch this video from Dr. Lola Esmieu, Paul Quinn College Chief of Staff and a City Year alum, to learn more about the City Year and Paul Quinn partnership: https://library.cityyear.org/asset/6419e794-7660-41fb-ab41-b4c206652708/...
    For more information on City Year’s University Partnerships: https://www.cityyear.org/alumni-life/career-resources/university-partner...

American Connection Corps Launches Recruitment for 2024-25 Cohort to Strengthen Communities Across America

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Mittwoch, März 13, 2024
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WICHITA, Kan., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Connection Corps (ACC) announces the start of its recruitment cycle for the 2024-25 cohort. Cohort members will build capacity and provide support to their host communities as they engage in a wide array of projects focusing on broadband access and affordability, digital literacy, community and economic development, health, social capital, agriculture, and natural resources. This year, ACC aims to expand its reach by partnering with over 200 communities nationwide, offering unique opportunities for individuals passionate about making a difference.

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  • WICHITA, Kan., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Connection Corps (ACC) announces the start of its recruitment cycle for the 2024-25 cohort.
  • This year, ACC aims to expand its reach by partnering with over 200 communities nationwide, offering unique opportunities for individuals passionate about making a difference.
  • "The American Connection Corps provides a unique opportunity for Americans of many different backgrounds to perform acts of service to communities they care about or call home.
  • The American Connection Corps is a program of Lead for America.