AmeriCorps Connections with Gerard Chapelle | Recruitment Series 🎉Public Allies🤩
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AmeriCorps Connections Podcast: Recruitment Extravaganza 2024 with Gerard Chapelle from Public Allies
This episode of the AmeriCorps Connections podcast, hosted by Nicki Fiocco, features a special edition on the recruitment drive for the 2024-25 service year, highlighting the contributions of AmeriCorps alumni now working to recruit new members. The guest, Gerard Chapelle, shares his journey from construction to becoming a significant part of Public Allies, an AmeriCorps program focusing on creating equitable societies through diverse leadership. Gerard discusses the impact of Public Allies on his life, the program's mission, and how it offers a platform for personal and professional growth through service in nonprofit sectors. The podcast also touches on the importance of AmeriCorps programs in providing opportunities and fostering community connections, making a call to action for listeners to consider serving or supporting AmeriCorps initiatives.
00:00 Welcome to the AmeriCorps Connections Podcast!
00:19 Introducing Gerard Chapelle and Public Allies
02:46 Gerard's Journey to AmeriCorps and Public Allies
04:31 The Role and Impact of an AmeriCorps Ally
07:35 Gerard's Personal Growth and Insights from Service
09:11 A Deep Dive into Halfway House Dynamics
14:21 Gerard's Specific Contributions and Learning Experiences
16:29 Navigating Life After Incarceration: Opportunities and Challenges
16:43 Exploring Educational Opportunities and Second Chances in Connecticut
17:30 The Importance of Mental Readiness and Core Values
18:37 From Public Allies to Program Manager: A Personal Journey
18:58 Addressing Absenteeism in Schools Post-COVID
20:27 The Role of Program Managers and Partnering with Public Allies
21:58 Diverse Opportunities for Public Allies Participants
22:48 The Value of Intergenerational Learning and Community Building
24:04 Recruitment, Training, and Benefits of Joining Public Allies
31:22 The Impact of Public Allies on Personal Growth and Community Service
♦️♦️♦️ Connect with Gerard - gerardc@publicallies.org
Alumni Connections
- AmeriCorps Alums LinkedIn Group
- Join the official AmeriCorps Alumni Network with Service Year
- AmeriCorps Opportunities
- Schools of National Service - Find an institute that will match/ honor or offer other incentives toward your Segal Education Award -
- Employers of National Service - Find employers who prioritize AmeriCorps Alumni service in their hiring
🤠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)
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