by | Apr 20, 2021 | COVID-19, COVID-19 Stories, VISTA
“I had a few friends and acquaintances who served in AmeriCorps before and recommended the experience,” explains Tara Joy when asked how she first became interested in a year of service. “I was also interested in learning more about working in affordable/fair housing,...
by | Apr 13, 2021 | COVID-19, COVID-19 Stories, VISTA
Russell Star-Lack first became interested in housing during college, when he was researching and documenting the history of housing discrimination in the Twin Cities. He wanted to put his knowledge to good use and thought that “AmeriCorps seemed like a great way to...
by | Apr 12, 2021 | Employment, VISTA
We’re looking for someone passionate about housing justice to build public understanding of issues, engage and cultivate our member organizations, gather stories, and help diversity our funding. About Housing Action Illinois Housing Action Illinois is a statewide...
by | Apr 1, 2021 | Employment, VISTA
Each year, Housing Action matches AmeriCorps members with community-based organizations across Illinois. AmeriCorps is a national service program that connects people and organizations to help end poverty and strengthen communities. AmeriCorps members take on a...
by | Mar 11, 2021 | COVID-19 Stories, Member Spotlights, VISTA
When COVID-19 first arrived in the United States, Fabian Cisneros was a part of the Student Conservation Association, serving in the Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Although he was able to continue his work, the sudden changes to the nation’s day-to-day...
by | Nov 17, 2020 | Member Spotlights, VISTA
After earning her bachelor’s degree in Political Science from University of Illinois, Krista Weller wanted to continue the work she had started as an intern for Illinois Network of Centers for Independent Living (INCIL). INCIL is a statewide non-profit that uses a...
