Everybody loves Mr. Pete. He makes reading and books come to life for our Thriving at Three (TAT) families at the Greensboro Public Library. When he plays his guitar and sings, he understands that some children will touch his guitar. After all, they are preschoolers – tactile learners by nature. … Continued
“You guys were GREAT!!! Thank you so kindly!! You were so knowledgeable and shared a vast amount of information that I have already put into practice. I have already noticed a difference…..” –Yazmin F. Millan, Interpreter Training Participant Join us this July for a week of Professional Interpreter training workshops! … Continued
Annually, the CNNC AmeriCorps ACCESS Project places members with partner agencies all over the state. Eager to serve the immigrant and refugee community, members make a year commitment. You too, can have an impact on your community. Find out why AmeriCorps and the AmeriCorps ACCESS Project are a great way … Continued
For several years, CNNC staff have been involved with the Association of Immigration and Refugee Services Professionals (ARSP) formerly Association for Refugee Service Professionals. This group provides the space for professional growth as well as emotional support for the well being of its members. ARSP disseminates and highlights best practices … Continued
This week is AmeriCorps Week. It’s the time to show your AmeriCorps spirit and passion for national service – an opportunity to celebrate, recognize, and appreciate members, programs and organizations that make the national initiative successful. As we celebrate AmeriCorps Week here at the CNNC, we look back almost 25 years … Continued
Keeping up with AmeriCorps members after they graduate is inspiring. Alums continue to have a lasting impact in their communities, as well as across the state. The CNNC is proud to have 11 staff who originally served as AmeriCorps members. Their good character, program-planning skills and cultural awareness make them … Continued
During AmeriCorps Week, we want to take the time to acknowledge our members, alums, and site supervisors for their passion and dedication to serving our communities. AmeriCorps members meet so many needs and do so with a heart for service. Alums carry that passion and dedication with them into their … Continued
Ever wondered what it takes to become a citizen of the United States? Amber can show you. In her role as an AmeriCorps member, she teaches citizenship classes and helps people get ready for the naturalization test. Those applying for citizenship must know history, civics, as well as, reading and … Continued
AmeriCorps alums are everywhere. Faith Josephs works at the Development and Strategic Initiatives Director at the Latin American Coalition in Charlotte, the largest immigrant rights organization in the Carolinas. The Coalition has been an ACCESS partnership for years. As a current ACCESS Site supervisor and alum, Faith Josephs reflects on … Continued
Edith is a work of heart. Creative, warm and dedicated, she embodies AmeriCorps. For refugee and immigrant families, new to Greensboro, her heart makes all the difference. Originally from Nigeria, Edith has been in the United States for over 25 years. She and her husband, a professor at Bennett College, … Continued