**1.3 Million AmeriCorps Alumni STRONG!**

We are a voice for national and community service. We have all served in one way or another - let's engage, learn, and connect with each other! Let's Serve Life After AmeriCorps!

AmeriCorps Week 2024! March 10 - 16, find a service project at your ToolBank! SEARCH

Today we talk with Amanda McSwine. Amanda served with Newberry College as a part of South Carolina Campus Compact and the United Way Association of South Carolina/South Carolina Service Commission as a VISTA leader. She shared her enriching journey through various service roles and her transition into impactful community work.

**Summary of the episode:**
In this enlightening conversation, Amanda McSwine takes us through her transformative journey from an AmeriCorps VISTA member to a leader in community service and climate resilience projects. She discusses the nuances of her roles, the challenges of building systems and capacity within organizations, and her current work with Civic Spark. Amanda emphasizes the importance of servant leadership, the power of community libraries, and the joy of continuous learning and service.

**3 key points made in the podcast episode:**

1. A Journey of Growth**: Amanda's journey exemplifies the growth that comes from AmeriCorps service, highlighting the transition from member to leader and the continuous learning and adaptation involved.
2. The Power of Libraries and Community Resources**: Amanda speaks passionately about the modern roles of libraries as community hubs, offering a wide array of resources and learning opportunities.
3. Servant Leadership in Politics and Community Work**: The discussion encapsulates the need for more servant leaders in the political sphere and community work, emphasizing that those with a service background have much to contribute to creating inclusive and supportive communities.

Connect with Amanda McSwine here: LinkedIn

**What do you foresee for us Alumni? What can we do!?**
- More connections from programs to AmeriCorps alumni chapters
- National professional development opportunities

Alumni Connections

• AmeriCorps Alums LinkedIn Group - 
• Join the official AmeriCorps Alumni Network with Service Year - 

AmeriCorps Opportunities 

• Schools of National Service - Find an institute that will match/ honor or offer other incentives toward your Segal Education Award - 
• Employers of National Service - Find employers who prioritize AmeriCorps Alumni service in their hiring - 

**Shout outs!**

• Podcast Production and Marketing support provided by Do Good, Be Good - they provide training for AmeriCorps programs and are staffed by AmeriCorps alumni.
• Hosting and podcast consultation provided by Producer Dan Metivier of Time or Money Production. Thank you, Dan! (p.s., he's an NCCC AmeriCorps Alumni)