AmeriCorps Connections

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Empowering the Future: AmeriCorps Alums in Service and Beyond

In this episode of the AmeriCorps Connections podcast, host Nicki Fiocco brings on Casey Vincelette from the New York State Service Commission to discuss their experiences and journeys through AmeriCorps. This episode offers insight into the impact of AmeriCorps programs on individuals and communities, and the unique opportunities within National Service. Casey shares her transformational experience with Teach for America, navigating challenges during the pandemic, and ultimately finding her way to New York to support the New York State Service Commission. The episode also highlights the ongoing 2024 Recruitment Extravaganza and the collaborative nature of service commissions across states.

00:00 Introduction to AmeriCorps Connections Podcast
00:32 Purpose and Special Series of the Podcast
02:15 Casey Vince's AmeriCorps Journey
05:17 Challenges and Triumphs in Teaching
17:24 Impact of the Pandemic on Education
19:05 Transition to New York State Service Commission
24:39 Recruitment and Opportunities in AmeriCorps
34:28 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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How to Get Connected:
↘️New Yorkers Volunteers - https://newyorkersvolunteer.ny.gov/
↘️Contact Casey - https://newyorkersvolunteer.ny.gov/americorps-right-your-organization

Alumni Connections

🤠Shout outs!
🌟🌟Podcast Production and Marketing support provided by Do Good, Be Good - they provide training for AmeriCorps programs and are staffed by AmeriCorps alumni.

🌟🌟Hosting and podcast consultation provided by Producer Dan Metivier of Time or Money Production. Thank you, Dan! (p.s., he's an NCCC AmeriCorps Alumni)