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Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, Âé¶¹¹ú²ú, partners and alums.

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5 Lessons from My City Year Experience
September 19, 2023

I used to think I was a pretty reflective person, pondering things and questioning takeaways from people and experiences. Little…

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The Corps
Embracing Change and Growth: My City Year Basic Training Academy Journey

At City Year Basic Training Academy (BTA), I encountered many remarkable experiences that contributed to profound personal and professional growth….

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From Tragedy to Action: AmeriCorps Member Confronts the Silent Epidemic of Gun Violence Among Young People
September 1, 2023

Imagine seeing a loved one for the first time in a long time. High spirits and good energy filled the…

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The Corps
Embracing Pride: A Journey of Self-Acceptance, Love, and Advocacy
June 13, 2023

Coming out is a massive decision for any young person. It is an anxiety-filled opportunity to be vulnerable with your…

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The Corps
Why I Serve
May 2, 2023

I have loved community service and volunteer work for as long as I can remember, from packing bags of food…

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The Corps
4 Reasons to Join City Year Little Rock

1. Give Back to Your Community. Joining City Year is a wonderful avenue to give back to the community. Do…

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Fashion Revolution Week: The Importance of Ethical Fashion and Self-Expression Among Middle Schoolers
April 25, 2023

Fashion is an essential avenue for self-expression. This past month I asked my Âé¶¹¹ú²ú how they express themselves with their…

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The Corps
More Than a Thank You
March 29, 2023

March brings about a sense of change and newness, but for City Year AmeriCorps members, March remains the same every…

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The Corps
To JA Fair’s ACMs: A Message of Gratitude
March 28, 2023

For ACM Appreciation Month, J.A. Fair’s Impact Manager Skyler Matthias took this opportunity to share his appreciation for his team:…

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The Corps
Building Resilience: Lessons from Duncan Kirkwood
February 27, 2023

Three years removed from the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, rates of depression and anxiety have increased among young adults…

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The Corps
Creating Change with City Year Little Rock
February 21, 2023

I spent most of my college career studying social justice. To bring about change, we must learn about past injustices…

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The Corps
City Year Little Rock Mid-Year Summit
February 1, 2023

Back to the Basics- 2023 In the first week of January, Little Rock AmeriCorps Members took it Back to the…

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