AmeriCorps Connections: Inspiring Service with Beccah Rendall
In this episode of the AmeriCorps Connections podcast, host Nicki Fiocco interviews Beccah Rendall, an AmeriCorps and Peace Corps alum. They discuss the impact of service years on personal and professional development, highlighting Beccah's journey from Peace Corps volunteer in Cameroon to AmeriCorps VISTA member at the Kansas City Public Library's Refugee and Immigrant Services and Empowerment (RISE) department. The episode also delves into the 2024 Recruitment Extravaganza, aiming to spotlight AmeriCorps programs and encourage recruitment. Beccah shares insights on the importance of AmeriCorps service, its role in community engagement, and how it can lead to unexpected career paths and enrich connections. The discussion also includes tips on searching and applying for AmeriCorps opportunities, the benefits of serving, and the transformative power of contributing to community development through public service.
00:00 Welcome to AmeriCorps Connections Podcast!
00:47 The Impact of AmeriCorps and Personal Journeys
01:16 2024 Recruitment Extravaganza Highlight
02:09 The Power of Sharing and Supporting AmeriCorps Programs
02:34 Behind the Scenes: Podcast Production and Support
03:37 Beccah's Journey from Peace Corps to AmeriCorps
12:06 Exploring the Multifaceted Role of Libraries in Community Service
16:11 The Structure and Benefits of AmeriCorps Intermediaries
21:50 Exploring the Impact of Karma and Positive Actions
22:07 Opportunities at the Kansas City Public Library
23:17 AmeriCorps DigitalCorps: Empowering Through Technology
25:38 The Value of AmeriCorps Service: Professional Development and Beyond
28:33 Navigating AmeriCorps VISTA: Full-Time Service and Benefits
30:37 Building Community and Networking Through AmeriCorps
35:29 The Transformative Power of AmeriCorps Service
38:46 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement to Join AmeriCorps
♦️ email: Beccah beccahrendall@kclibrary.org
♦️ visit website:
Kansas City Public LibraryAlumni Connections🤠
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)