An 8th grader works on a class project at Paw Paw Middle School on Thursday, Dec. 2, 2021, in Paw Paw, Michigan. 
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An AP-NORC/MTV poll found that nearly half of U.S. teens said the pandemic has made it harder to be happy and maintain their mental health. (AP Photo/Martha Irvine)
Gen Z put mental health on the map. Let them lead in solving the crisis.
Michael D. Smith | May 23, 2024
We are facing a youth mental health crisis, with one in three high school students reporting persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness. Together with Pinterest and the Schultz Family Foundation, AmeriCorps launched Youth Mental Health Corps to address this crisis head-on.
Addison Antonoff
Vineyard Gazette | May 24,2024
One of the national leaders of AmeriCorps came to Martha’s Vineyard this week to tell Islanders about the opportunities available through the federal agency’s programs.AmeriCorps connects citizens to various service opportunities across the country. Members of AmeriCorps can work in a variety of fields, including education and disaster relief. Read more on Vineyard Gazette.
Nikeya Tankard
MV Times | May 23, 2024
A senior official from AmeriCorps, a federal volunteer service, visited the Vineyard Wednesday seeking volunteers to join construction, education, and development projects in under-served communities across the country. Read more on MV Times.
Angie Jaime
Teen Vogue | May 21, 2024
According to a report from the CDC from 2021, adolescent mental health in the U.S. was worsening in the years prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, a crisis which was only exacerbated by the pandemic. The report showed 29% of high school students experienced poor mental health during the 30 days prior to the survey being taken. Read more on Teen Vogue.
Points of Light | May 15, 2024
The Points of Light Impact Icons series celebrates organizations that are creating measurable change within their communities. This month we are shining a light on the AmeriCorps VISTA program, a national service initiative that strengthens communities by addressing issues related to poverty. Read more on Points of Light.
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