Service Year Alliance released the following statement in response to the demobilization of AmeriCorps NCCC:
“Service Year Alliance is actively monitoring the latest news being reported about the AmeriCorps agency, and the demobilization of members associated with AmeriCorps NCCC, a program that for more than 30 years has brought together young adults to deliver frontline service to communities across the country.
“National service, which is largely administered through AmeriCorps, is a strategic investment in America’s future. Year after year, AmeriCorps is one of the best investments our country makes in terms of dollar-for-dollar value generated and taxpayer savings, in addition to the life-changing experience service provides to those who serve.
“We are committed to understanding the full nature of these actions, and to working with federal, state and local leaders and champions of national service to preserve this vital opportunity for current and future generations of Americans.”
About Service Year Alliance
Service Year Alliance is working to make a year of paid, full-time service — a service year — a common expectation and opportunity for all young Americans. We envision a future in which national service is an integral part of growing up in America, with one million young people serving their communities each year. To make this vision a reality, we partner with states, agencies, and local organizations to expand the number of service year opportunities through new models and funding sources. To enhance the corps member and alumni experience, we develop partnerships to build and scale key national service innovations to demonstrate how service transforms lives. At the core of our work is a commitment to raising up the voices and experiences of young people, corps members, and alumni.
