Jorge has always been drawn to service. He has always valued giving back to his community. So when looking at attending the University of North Carolina Greensboro he happened upon the webpage for the Center for New North Carolinians. He saw that they had an AmeriCorps program, a network of … Continued
During AmeriCorps Week 2019, we invite you to take a moment to get to know the ACCESS members serving at our partner agencies across North Carolina. Each of these members has committed a year out of their lives to serving their communities. We appreciate everything they do to improve the … Continued
AmeriCorps members are a vital part of the CNNC’s Thriving at Three program. Thriving at Three’s purpose is to assure that Latino immigrant children in Greensboro have a positive and strong foundation from birth to age three. Thriving at Three program director, Krycya Flores says, “Without AmeriCorps members TAT would … Continued
As an AmeriCorps member, you can have exciting new experiences, meet new friends, learn new skills, develop professionally, and so much more. What will you be at the end of your AmeriCorps year? The ACCESS Project is now accepting applications! Apply now at: https://cnnc.uncg.edu/apply/
“I’m not sure I can do this, I don’t speak English very well.” Khadiga was very anxious. This would be her first job interview in her new home and she was still learning English. She had submitted the application to work at the local packaging company just a week before … Continued
Are you looking for a chance to make a difference in the lives of immigrants and refugees in North Carolina? Do you want to gain meaningful, professional experience? Then APPLY NOW! The AmeriCorps ACCESS Project still has positions available in Greensboro, Charlotte, Burlington, Durham, and Raleigh! Visit our Available Positions … 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
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
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