Poverty alleviation is the key mission of AmeriCorps VISTA. Throughout your year of service, it is important stay connected to the bigger picture. The term "poverty" is multifaceted; affected by a myriad of other issues. Continued knowledge and discussion on these topics will only deepen your understanding of poverty and ultimately help you provide for the populations you are serving.
Each month an article, based on a poverty related topic, has been chosen for you to read and discuss with your fellow VISTAs. Your mission, if you choose to accept it, (well, it's mandatory... but the illusion of choice is always fun) will be to read the article of the month (posted at www.nyccvista.org) and visit this blog site to post your comments. You are required to post at least ONCE for each monthly article. Of course, this is the minimum. I believe your insights and passions will stir much more discussion on these hot topics.
The articles included in this forum are being used solely for discussion purposes. They do not represent the views or opinions of New York Campus Compact, the Corporation for National and Community Service or either of its members.
Friday, August 1, 2008
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