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AmeriCorps is in the news across the country. Check out some of our latest media mentions. Please note: this is not a comprehensive list.
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Time100 Climate 2024 Michael D. Smith

AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith. Photo-Illustration by TIME.

TIME100 Climate 2024

Harry Booth | Nov. 12, 2024

Smith's journey to climate advocacy began in social justice. Prior to joining AmeriCorps, as an Atlantic Fellow for Racial Equity, he saw how “low income communities, communities of color, were bearing the brunt of climate change.” This experience now informs his leadership at AmeriCorps, where he has focused on ensuring volunteers receive higher living allowances so that people from all backgrounds can participate.

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New AmeriCorps effort to help reduce wildfires

Lester Graham
Michigan Public | July 23, 2024

The U.S. Forest Service is getting some help from AmeriCorps. The training program for young adults between the ages of 18 and 26 has launched a new Forest Corps. The teams from Forest Corps will be involved in several efforts to reduce the risk of wildfires. Read more on Michigan Public.

Why Taking A Gap Year Can Be Beneficial For U.S. Students

Robert Farrington 
Forbes | July 15, 2024

According to Dr. Ann Marie Klotz, who serves as vice president for development, enrollment, and student success at Naropa University, students who take a gap year do so for a range of different reasons, many of which come with benefits that can last a lifetime. Read more on Forbes.

Volunteer Work in Retirement: Giving Back While Staying Active

Anne Johnson 
The Epoch Times | July 11, 2024

You may be bored or just want to give back to the community. Whatever your reasons are, many volunteer opportunities are waiting for you. Some of them are unique. Read more on The Epoch Times.

Meet the Californians serving in the first class of the American Climate Corps

Noah Haggerty
LA Times | July 9, 2024

At the start of summer, the White House swore in more than 9,000 members of the inaugural class of the American Climate Corps. The corps members are now serving across the country stifling wildfires, helping farms adapt to climate change, installing solar panels, conserving the country’s wildlands and, of course, helping climate organizations create some “hip” Instagram content. Read more on LA Times.

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