Civity

“This is Civity" podcast with Gina Baleria, Ed.D. dropped this week. I share my thoughts on a variety of insightful questions - listen in! - What is the significance of your role being intentionally named and filled at AmeriCorps? - Where have you experienced webs of connection and relationship forming in your AmeriCorps VISTA and Peace Corps service? - How does listening fuel action and community agency? - What are the persistent challenges, possibilities, and hopes for #bridging in national service? Civity is one of 5 inaugural applied practice partners supporting a joint initiative between AmeriCorps and Service Year Alliance. The multiyear effort is integrating and evaluating civic bridge building skills that will positively impact the service year experience. Learn more about the applied practice work we're honored to be doing alongside Civity, Braver Angels, BridgeUSA, Living Room Conversations and More Like US.

Founded in 2009, Welcoming America supported a grassroots movement of welcoming values and inclusive practices amid rising anti-immigrant sentiment. Since then, the concept of welcoming has gained momentum as communities unite to write a new narrative. In 2024, we’re reminded again that building bridges is more important than ever. As we reflect on the recent election, it’s clear that our work to build belonging and foster welcoming remains as critical as ever. Right now, we have the tools, research, and proven strategies to build resilient communities and resist divisive narratives. Welcoming is not just a saying — it’s a solution for equality and prosperity. Explore our report to learn where the movement has been and where we can go — when we lead with welcoming. www.stateofwelcoming.org

Nebraskans have so many reasons to be thankful, from the beauty of our state’s open landscapes to the sense of community that binds us. As we enter Thanksgiving Week, here are a few things that make us feel especially grateful to call Nebraska home. https://lnkd.in/g5t9ehUJ

After yet another divisive election, the Thanksgiving table can be very uncomfortable. But don't let politics damage relationships with those you love! As a gift to you, with any donation, we are offering a comprehensive Friends and Family Resource Guide through the end of the year! Full of personal stories, tips from the team, buffets of insightful questions, and so much more, this resource will put connection back in the holidays. Don't wait! Download the toolkit today! #thanksgiving #politics #2024election🇺🇸 #Holidays #Connection

In this episode, we talk with Jennifer Leshnower, Bridging & Democracy Advisor at AmeriCorps. Jennifer and I discuss the importance of bringing people together — and how relationship building through service, and looking outward from ourselves to see others, can help build meaningful relationships to tackle sticky problems and strengthen communities. To learn more, go to americorps.org.

As we approach Thanksgiving and the winter holidays, you can practice new ways of connecting across differences through the Unify Challenge for All. Open to anyone in America, you can join a guided conversation with someone new and discover firsthand how listening, respect, and shared goals can transform even the most challenging discussions. Consider it a practice round for the conversations you might encounter this season. Sign up: https://lnkd.in/g7gy4ZWV #CivicEngagement #UnifyChallenge #ActiveListening #DialogueSkills

Founded in 2009, Welcoming America supported a grassroots movement of welcoming values and inclusive practices amid rising anti-immigrant sentiment. Since then, the concept of welcoming has gained momentum as communities unite to write a new narrative. In 2024, we’re reminded again that building bridges is more important than ever. As we reflect on the recent election, it’s clear that our work to build belonging and foster welcoming remains as critical as ever. Right now, we have the tools, research, and proven strategies to build resilient communities and resist divisive narratives. Welcoming is not just a saying — it’s a solution for equality and prosperity. Explore our report to learn where the movement has been and where we can go — when we lead with welcoming. www.stateofwelcoming.org