The Benefits of Working Remotely
One of the benefits of my current Americorps VISTA position at College Beyond is that I am often able to work remotely. I enjoy our office space, but due to … Continue reading
From Dull to Dullllicious Salad
Why are We Talking About Salads? There are weeks you conquer the cooking game. Every night cooking a meal you look forward to having for lunch the next day. Then … Continue reading
Here for the New Year
With fewer outreach events in the couple of months leading up to Mardi Gras, it’s been a great time for reflection and goal setting for the Spring outreach season. It’s … Continue reading
End of the Year Reflections
Hey every one! I hope everyone has an enjoyable and restful break, no matter if you are spending time with family or not, or if spending time with family is … Continue reading
The Perks of Serving as Vista in New Orleans
When I chose New Orleans as the location to serve as an AmeriCorps Vista, I had no idea that besides the work and the organization that I had selected would … Continue reading
Aidan M. – December Field Report
It’s hard to believe it’s already December. As I see pictures and videos of my family and friends still in the Northeast, I’m always thankful of the mild climate in … Continue reading
All in Fall
Fall in New Orleans has been amazing and I’ve been busy with volunteer management and community outreach for DiscoveryFEST with all of the amazing events that organizations have been hosting … Continue reading
Advisory Council and Happy Hour
Hi errybody. The past few weeks have been very eventful for Community Works. On Thursday I lead the first ever Advisory Council meeting, which I’ve been planning for a while, … Continue reading
Happiness at Work
The YMCA Education Services (YES!) program just held the Corporate Cup, a 5k race made up of local companies. The event had about 1,300 runners and raised the bulk of … Continue reading
Really Wheelin and the Importance of Bike Safety Education
How a church in the Lower Ninth Ward is working to get more people on bike. Creating a Biking Community Really Wheeling is a free bike lending program … Continue reading
