Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
Learn more about serving with City Year AmeriCorps and the Peace Corps through this alum’s experience
Read the storyAs a Black male educator, Kevin Dua is both setting an example and expanding the minds of the students he…
Read the storyLeft: David Guzman, Program Manager, Mayor’s Office of Civic Engagement & Volunteer Service, City of Philadelphia. Right: David with his…
Read the storyWhen I joined City Year in Fall 2016, I was unsure what to expect. Months before, I finished my last…
Read the storyAs an activist and equity strategist, Emerald has committed her life’s work to both finding joy and the liberation of…
Read the storyThis Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month, we’re highlighting four Latinx members of our community that inspire us and exemplify City Year values…
Read the storyLeft: Lisa Parladé’s current headshot. Right: Lisa and some of her fellow AmeriCorps members from the Morrison School Team at…
Read the storyWhether serving with City Year, working on a political campaign, or his new role as a presidential appointee—Brandon is committed…
Read the storyEach year, City Year New Orleans welcomes a new group of talented and dedicated AmeriCorps members. Over their year of…
Read the story“The structure of City Year is something that I try to bring into not only my classroom, but my personal…
Read the storyPart #1: Opening Ceremony This Alumni event was such a new experience for Care Force, finally after years we were…
Read the storyLearn more about Dre Thomas, a City Year alum who is constantly pushing the envelope and expanding the reach and…
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