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Franklinton FoodHealth&Wellness_Environmental Sustainability

The Franklinton Food-Health-Wellness Corps is a 10-member, neighborhood-based, AmeriCorps VISTA project that builds community-food-system capacity with community organizations that serve in Columbus, Ohio's west-side neighborhood of Franklinton. Franklinton is one of Columbus' most underserved communities, and many residents are adversely impacted by various economic, environmental, and social issues. Approximately 15% of residents are unemployed, 66% of households live at or below the poverty line, and more than 50% of residents experience some level of food insecurity. The VISTA program will involve VISTA members working with a wide range of social service agencies throughout Franklinton to help build the capacity of food-health-wellness initiatives throughout the Franklinton neighborhood. Service sites include an urban farm, a hospital affiliated health and wellness center, a family housing stabilization agency, an Episcopal faith community, and a community bicycle shop. This VISTA position is hosted by Franklinton Gardens (FG). FG is a nonprofit urban farm that is dedicated to growing and sharing food, creating beauty, and building community with neighbors. FG operates a network of food production sites, manages a community food distribution system, and hosts various educational programs and community events. The Sustainability VISTA will assist with the following: Identifying environmentally sustainable practices and technologies for use in urban agriculture; Integrating said practices and technologies into FG’s operation; Conducting community engagement and education about environmental sustainability; Tracking and reporting of sustainability-related data sets. Qualifications: Interest in environmental sustainability and community building; Commitment to justice and equitable community for all people; Capacity to execute tasks independently and as part of a team; Experience working with vulnerable populations; Basic computer literacy.

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Member Duties : The Franklinton Food-Health-Wellness Corps Sustainability VISTA will work to improve the environmental sustainability of Franklinton Gardens. The VISTA will identify ways to integrate rainwater catchment, drip irrigation, and other water conservation methods into the farm’s food production and processing efforts. The VISTA will also help Franklinton Gardens reduce its use of fossil fuels through the incorporation of bicycles, bike trailers, hand tools, and general energy conservation measures. The VISTA will integrate solar technology into the farm operation and support broader solar-related community outreach, education, employment, and distributed energy production efforts in Franklinton. Finally, the VISTA will seek financial and in-kind contributions to cover all sustainability-related expenses.

Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service , Childcare assistance if eligible , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend .


*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.

Terms : Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours .

Service Areas : Community and Economic Development , Environment , Neighborhood Revitalization , Health , Community Outreach .

Skills : Team Work .



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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA

Program
Franklinton FoodHealth&Wellness_Environmental Sustainability

Program Start/End Date
08/08/2017 - 08/12/2018

Work Schedule	Full Time

Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations	OHIO

Accepting Applications
From 03/01/2017 To 08/28/2017

Contact	Nick Stanich
867 W Town St
Columbus OH 43222
614-233-1887

Listing ID	71806


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