Archive for the ‘ Inclusion ’ Category
The third annual AmeriCorps Week is taking place May 9-16, 2009. AmeriCorps Week "provides the perfect opportunity for AmeriCorps members, alums, grantees, program partners, and friends to shine a spotlight on the work done by members--and to motivate more Americans [including individuals with disabilities] to serve their communities." [ READ MORE ]
As applications to join your service program increase, and the interview process continues, this is the perfect time to brush-up on information regarding inclusive interviewing. As a result of feedback from the field, the National Service Inclusion Project (NSIP) will be providing an informative and interactive discussion to guide you in conducting inclusive interviews[ READ MORE ]
May has been declared Older American's Month, by the Administration on Aging (AoA) out of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. "This year's theme 'Living Today for a Better Tomorrow' reflects AoA's continued focus on prevention efforts and programs throughout the country that are helping older adults have better health as they age." Many seniors of all abilities are "living today for a better tomorrow" by committing themselves to national and community service through Senior Corps, AmeriCorps, and Learn & Serve programs[ READ MORE ]
Many AmeriCorps, Senior Corps and Learn and Serve America programs focus on emergency preparedness. Service members who serve in these programs inform and educate the public about the need for emergency preparedness, including emergency preparedness for individuals with disabilities, and respond when emergencies happen[ READ MORE ]
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