Category Archives: Corps & Coalitions

04.09.09
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New National Youth Service Programs to Launch in the Philippines

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Riverman 72 - Flickr

Last week, Philippine President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo signed an executive order to establish two branches of national youth service.

The programs will include the National Service Corps and the Youth Conservation Corps. Projects will include cleaning up the environment, planting trees, building parks, teaching, and establishing food banks, and more.

Both new programs will recruit people ages 18-24 to commit to two years of service in exchange for a chance to improve their communities, build skills, and earn modest pay.

The National Youth Corps is intended to offer “unemployed or underemployed skilled [Filipino] youth or college graduates a chance to contribute to education and community service programs.”

The Youth Conservation Corps is intended to connect “unskilled or less educated [Filipino] youth” with service Continue reading →

04.02.09
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AmeriCorps Week 2009: May 9 to 16

picture-1If you are involved with AmeriCorps service — as a program director, current member, or alum — this is a great year to step out into your community to spotlight national service during AmeriCorps Week.

With so much national attention focused on AmeriCorps in the past year, people of all ages have heard of AmeriCorps programs and are eager to get involved.  Hearing about your experiences, and getting to ask questions of you, may be the tipping point for jumping in and applying.

To help them map a path to national service, you can play a pivotal role in educating your community about the value of service.

AmeriCorps Week, coming up in mid-May, is a great time to make a presentation at a local school, chat with your faith community’s social groups, staff a table on-campus, host an event, or bring up the notion of AmeriCorps with peers during your regular volunteer projects. Remember, people of all ages participate in national service!

Other ideas for getting involved in AmeriCorps Week are on the program’s website.

You can also order the (free) AmeriCorps Presentation Kit for:

  • Tips on speaking to groups
  • Stickers, bookmarks, and posters
  • Facts and figures on AmeriCorps
  • A DVD with a PowerPoint slideshow on AmeriCorps and a video of AmeriCorps members in action

Also you can take part in an AmeriCorps Week Web Chats to help with your project planning.

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04.02.09
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Atlas Corps Deadline Extended for Candidates from the U.S., East Asia and Brazil

Atlas Corps — the international service and exchange corps for nonprofit professionals — has extended its deadline for candidates from the United States, East Asia, and Brazil.

Over 500 candidates have applied for the Atlas Corps Fellowship.In all cases the earlier the application is received the better, so if you want to apply, please do so as soon as possible. They are beginning to review applications now.

Atlas Corps seeks nonprofit leaders from the United States

All candidates must have a college degree, 2+ years of nonprofit experiences and Spanish proficiency. The particular skills we hope to find include candidates with capacity building, business consulting, fundraising and social entrepreneurship. Deadline has been extended to April 8, read more or address questions to applybogota [at] atlascorps.org.

Atlas Corps seeks nonprofit leaders from East Asia

All candidates must have a college degree, 2+ years of nonprofit experience, and English proficiency. The primary position we are recruiting for is a “Girls Leadership Program Coordinator” at Asian American Lead, so candidates with experience working with youth development and after school education would be a good match.  Deadline has been extended to April 12, read more and address questions to apply [at] atlascorps.org.

Atlas Corps seeks nonprofit leaders from Brazil

All candidates must have a college degree, 2+ years of nonprofit experiences and English proficiency. The primary organization we are recruiting for is the International Center for Missing and Exploited Children, so a candidate with experience with the issues of child sexual exploitation and international abduction would be a good match. Deadline has been extended to April 8. Read more and address questions to apply [at] atlascorps.org.

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03.28.09
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AmeriCorps NCCC: Give A Lot & Gain Even More!

A conversation about AmeriCorps NCCC — from people who know the program well. NCCC is currently accepting applications.

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Last evening, I had dinner with two AmeriCorps NCCC alumnae, at a quaint French bistro with absolutely the best roasted chicken. Needless to say the conversation went where it naturally flows when national service folks are gathered:

“Which NCCC campus did you serve at?” “You did Peace Corps…what country did you serve in?” “So, two years…that’s a long time.” “What was your favorite project?” “Why did you choose NCCC?” “Did you like your assignment?” “Did you get along with anyone on your team?”

Satiated from her roasted chicken dinner and awaiting her crème brulee, Tiffany admitted she was attracted to NCCC because of the broad range of service opportunities it offered. She said the various project assignments (members complete four to five different projects in ten months) was a natural fit to her goal-oriented nature.

While Shawna, who’d just polished off a truly appetizing duck confit (she gave me a piece), was now savoring her profiteroles Continue reading →

03.26.09
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Notre Dame AmeriCorps

picture-33In the world of national service, spring and early summer is prime time to apply for open positions—most of which will start this fall. In the coming weeks, The New Service blog will bring you details about a variety of programs that are currently recruiting. To find more program introductions, also check out the “Service Corps Programs” category in the pull down menu in the left-hand sidebar of this blog.

My alma mater, Notre Dame AmeriCorps, offers AmeriCorps opportunities in 16 areas throughout the United States. The program also offers eight placements mentoring kids through the Children of Incarcerated Parents (CHIP) program.

Founded and operated by Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, Notre Dame AmeriCorps places corps members in schools, after- Continue reading →