UAB AmeriCorps Drive Impact in Food Security Initiative

Check out the full press release from AmeriCorps showcasing the outstanding work of our VISTA members within our Food Security Initiative (FSI) Program. Learn more about their dedication and the impactful efforts they’re making to enhance food security!

AmeriCorps Initiative Improved Food Security for more than 230,000 People Nationally

VISTA Food Security Initiative 

AmeriCorps Week Proclamation

To kick off AmeriCorps Week, the UAB-Statewide AmeriCorps VISTA Program attended the Proclamation Ceremony at the City Hall Council Chamber to recognize AmeriCorps members and their service throughout the Birmingham Metro Area. (Listed L-R Michael Raleigh VISTA Leader, Giorgia Ellard, Food Security Coordinator, Kayla Byrd VISTA member, and Deidra Sanderson VISTA member)

Campus-Community Speed Matching Event

UAB-Statewide AmeriCorps VISTA program staff and local host sites participated in the Campus-Community Speed Matching event on November 2nd, at the Office of Service Learning and Undergraduate Research. This event gave VISTA host sites, students, faculty, and community partners a chance to make a connection that benefits them and their organization.