1. Public & Community Service Opportunities (PACS) and AmeriCorps & Volunteering
Element 22 & 23
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2. Never
Again
Volunteer
Yourself

3. Why should I volunteer?

4. Volunteers have a likelihood of finding a job by 27% nationwide and a 55% higher chance in rural areas

5. Will help improve employment prospects
Keep individuals engaged in a job field and the community
Helps build resume experience
Gain hands-on experience
Learn new skills

6. Overall volunteering is a great tool for networking

7. PACS resources The Corporation for National and Community Service
The Mission Continues
Team Rubicon-Built to Serve

9. What is AmeriCorp?
lPM

10. AmeriCorps programs AmeriCorps NCCC AmeriCorps State and National
AmeriCorps Vista
ams/americorps/americorps- programs

11. Since I’m overseas what options do I have?

12. Local Resources USO: https://japan.uso.org/yokosuka American Red Cross
Building #3365 (CFAY CRC BLDG)
.org/?nd=rco_opportunity_browse_li st&postal_code=96349
NMCRS Thrift Store
Building G59

13. Conclusion Volunteering can be essential in:
Gaining hand-on experience
Learning new skills
Building connections
Which can open doors to new employment opportunities.