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Local Food Production VISTA Summer Associate
 
 
 
In recent years, disasters and extreme weather have seriously disrupted Nebraskans’ ways of life. For vulnerable populations, facing this results in devastating reduced income, limited access to food and services, and heightened stress. The mission of Nebraska Extension is “Helping Nebraskans enhance their lives through research-based education.” We are the public outreach and engagement branch of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL), we develop and deliver meaningful educational resources and experiences to people of all ages. Our VISTA program is committed to creating innovative disaster recovery and resiliency programs that protect and support communities from the frontlines and champion sustainability. The Local Food Production VISTA Summer Associate will perform direct service work related to the production of fresh fruits and vegetables to meet the needs of low-income communities and reduce food access disparities caused by COVID-19, income inequalities, and racial inequality. Our Summer Associate will provide 10 weeks of hands-on direct service through assisting with growing, harvesting, and distributing produce alongside program participants. We are looking for someone who is passionate about hands-on, grassroots work in food access and ensuring the success of refugee and immigrant farmers. Our ideal member is ready to tackle exciting challenges, enjoys the outdoors, is comfortable with tools, and likes working both independently and on a team. Our Summer Associate will work in a highly engaging environment where they collaborate with VISTA service members and local food producers while growing an innovative, relevant skillset. This position is located in Omaha, which is a vibrant city with plenty to offer in arts, recreation, education, and culture. For more information, contact Julien Hoffman, julien.hoffman@unl.edu.
 
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Member Duties : The Local Food Production VISTA Summer Associate will support us—through direct service—for 10 weeks to increase fruit and vegetable production capacity at Cooper Farm and to assist refugees and immigrant farmers in growing and selling fresh produce. Specifically, the Local Food Production VISTA Summer Associate will assist with production through: taking care of the gardens, maintaining and building garden structures as necessary, preparing produce for market, assisting at farmer’s markets, and coordinating produce donations to local food pantries at Cooper Farm alongside us, VISTA peers, and the farmers we support. This role will sharpen the VISTA’s skills in assisting with managing community gardens and urban farms, cooperating with farmer’s markets, and coordinating produce distribution while also providing valuable hands-on experience working in a dynamic, innovative food access program committed to championing for agricultural equity and inclusion.
 
Program Benefits : Living Allowance ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Training . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.
 
Terms :
Car recommended ,  Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Hunger ,  Community and Economic Development ,  Environment . 
 
Skills :
General Skills ,  Environment ,  Leadership ,  Team Work ,  Trade/Construction ,  First Aid . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Local Food Production VISTA Summer Associate
Program Start/End Date
12/05/2021  -   12/04/2022
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations NEBRASKA  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  04/18/2022  To  06/17/2022 
Contact Julien Hoffman
1915 N. 38th St. Office #111
Lincoln   NE   68583
4026014884
julien.hoffman@unl.edu
Listing ID 111594

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