Alums Amplified is a national opportunity for standout service year alums to elevate their voices and champion the future of service years. This select group of alums helps strengthen public understanding of service years by speaking with influence - from meetings with Members of Congress to sector-specific events, media platforms, and community conversations.
Alums Amplified members are storytellers, advocates, and trusted messengers who demonstrate the impact of service years on individuals, careers, communities, and our nation.
Apply to Join Alums Amplified
Are you interested in sharing your story in support of service years? As an Alums Amplified speaker, you may:
- Meet with Members of Congress and their staff
- Speak at conferences or community events
- Contribute to op-eds, media, and thought leadership
- Share your experiences through videos, panels, or professional networks
This is a flexible volunteer opportunity through December 2026. Speakers choose 3 to 5 engagements per year and receive storytelling and advocacy support from Service Year Alliance.
Check out the opportunity here. We are looking for 1 to 2 alums from each state and U.S. territory. The application to join Alums Amplified in 2026 is now closed.
“Service doesn’t just change individuals—it builds unity and even strengthens our nation’s resilience and security. In a time when division is often the loudest voice, service is a quiet but powerful way to bring people together. When alumni share what service has meant in their lives, it strengthens the case for why national service is worth investing in—for youth today and for the generations to come.”
- Laura Swier Kotelman
Meet The Speakers
Our speakers are service year alums from across the country who have completed at least one term of service and are now building careers in health, education, public policy, technology and beyond. They are compelling storytellers and powerful advocates who believe in the power of service to transform individuals and communities.
How Can Commissions and Programs Utilize the Speakers Bureau?
State commissions, AmeriCorps programs, and partners can invite Alums Amplified speakers to:
- Speak during Life After AmeriCorps panels
- Join Hill Days and meetings with Members of Congress
- Participate in graduation ceremonies, orientations, or alumni events
- Appear in storytelling campaigns, media pieces, or press events
- Share testimonials for grant writing, advocacy, and recruitment
Want to Request a Speaker?
We’d love to work with you! Whether you're planning a special event, a policy meeting, or want to highlight AmeriCorps alumni impact, we’ll match you with a speaker who fits your needs. Contact us at: [email protected]
Alums Amplified in the News
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Alums Amplified member Drew Mitrisin reflects on his service with City Year Washington DC as the launching point toward his career in public policy, and connects us to the bipartisan support for AmeriCorps and “what we can build together.” "We often talk about “boots on the ground” as a measure of force or enforcement, but AmeriCorps represents a different kind of footprint. It represents a government that shows up to tutor a struggling reader, help an older adult navigate a health crisis or rebuild a town after a tornado." |
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