The Michigan AmeriCorps Partnership (MAP) is a collaborative program between the University of Michigan and community and faith-based non-profit organizations, primarily based in Detroit. MAP strives to address local human needs through direct service and program capacity-building activities. Members deal with issues concerning:
Social, economic and community development, or revitalization
Health education and health promotion services for children and families
Academic enhancement of youth in after-school or summer programs
Environmental and greening initiatives
Volunteer recruitment and retention
Through MAP, members will enjoy:
Learning about the rewards and challenges facing human needs non-profit organizations
Opportunities to meet and engage with people who want to make a difference in their communities
Working in a culturally rich environment
Occasions to network with peers and potential employers
Participation in meaningful projects that strive to build capacity for community and faith-based organizations
Enhancing their ability to become active citizens
Counties served: Washtenaw and Wayne
Contact Information: Addell Austin Anderson, PhD, Program Director
University of Michigan - Detroit Center
Orchestra Place
3663 Woodward Avenue, Suite 150
Detroit, Michigan 48201
Phone: (313) 593-0937
Email: addell@umich.edu
Web Site: http://ginsberg.umich.edu/americorps/index.html
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