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Find the field-tested resources you need to recruit and train AmeriCorps and VISTA members. This site assists program staff in finding and sharing proven practices for recruiting and developing...
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Well-planned and effective training reflects member needs, builds on member expertise, and also works to meet broader program goals. Training that takes place prior to service should include an...
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The EnCorps team at Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory is proud to bring you a new online offering — What’s Next: Life After Your Service Year. This new, interactive tutorial from the T/TA...
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Reading and discussing books related to the subject of poverty is a strategy to help VISTAs gain insights into the struggles faced by those they serve, and can also help keep members inspired and...
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Tutorial to help AmeriCorps and VISTA members plan for transitions after their service term. Includes resources on
Going to school
Establishing a career
Continuing in service
Using the ed award...
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Brandon Rogers, former VISTA supervisor and financial aid officer
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Q: What are some of the best ways to create opportunities for passing along wisdom from one group of members to the next?
A: The oldest publicly-funded statewide service program in the nation — the...
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Focus: Participant Recruitment and Development
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Each year, several large and small organizations in metropolitan Portland (Oregon) collaborate to present a day-long conference that helps AmeriCorps members who are transitioning from service answer...
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Recruitment is one of the most crucial aspects of program management. A strategic recruitment process is one that connects candidates who are right for your program — those who can bring their skills...
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Upon completion of their service, all AmeriCorps members earn a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award to help finance their education. This effective practice, submitted in December 2006 by the Northwest...
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Exit interviews are an essential part of the cycle of service for both members and programs. The interviews enable members to transition from service into the next stage of their lives with greater...
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Volunteers and service members have a real impact on the people and communities they serve and deserve to be recognized for their efforts. This effective practice highlights tips and tools for...
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When evaluating applicants, having a standardized procedure that is used consistently will increase the efficiency and success of your recruitment efforts. This effective practice shares tips to help...
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Experience has shown that the most successful members have a commitment to service, enthusiasm for making a difference, flexibility, and an ability to respond well to challenges. Northwest Service...
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A key component of a quality training program is providing the information and skills that members need to perform their service safely and effectively. Training should also focus on the physical,...
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Diversity training is a fundamental part of any AmeriCorps or VISTA development program. As many organizations recruit volunteers from throughout the country, the mix of service members and...
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Designing an effective and efficient recruitment timeline is a cornerstone of success for recruiting members. A schedule can help establish outreach windows, application deadlines, interview times,...
