Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
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Derrick Rainey wears many hats. He’s the current mayor of Wrightsville, Arkansas; a youth pastor; the small business coordinator for…
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Black History Month, to me, means celebrating. If you were to ask what it meant to me when I was…
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For far too long, Black American History has been relegated to the margins of the American narrative, unjustly dismissed as…
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Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their vital roles…
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As we step into 2024, it is a timely moment to revisit the importance of tolerance in our communities. This…
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As we prepare to honor the legacy of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., it is essential to…
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December 4th marked a significant day on the global conservation calendar – International Cheetah Day. This dedicated day aims to…
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October is a special month. It’s a time when we celebrate Global Diversity Awareness Month, an opportunity to honor the…
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October 9th marks the beginning of National School Lunch Week. National School Lunch Week was created in 1962 by President…
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Written By Jewels Dabdub, AmeriCorps Member City Year AmeriCorps Member. Senior Corps Member. Alumni Board Member. Impact Manager. Classroom…
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People often talk about your 20s as one of the best times of your life. As a 25-year-old, I am…
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City Year Little Rock staff member Marlie Mehu shares about the importance of Haitian Heritage Month to create belonging and…
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