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Stewards VISTA: Energy Communities BB - Rural Action OH Y1
 
 
 
As energy opportunities expand, coal and power facility jobs are declining across the United States. This VISTA project will develop and advance programs that increase environmental awareness and stewardship, job training, employment pathways, and access to existing federal and community resources for low-income individuals living in energy transition communities. Over the course of our 32-year history of work in this region, Rural Action has developed a theory of change, rooted in the region’s culture and history, which emphasizes the cultivation of our local assets. The core of our theory of change, our approach to the work focuses on the following five elements: 1) engaging communities of place and communities of interest; 2) learning together; 3) understanding, valuing, and increasing control of our assets; 4) building infrastructure; and 5) connecting to markets. Generations of boom and bust cycles left scars on our landscapes and in our communities. The organization was founded by people who had been fighting against environmental threats, including the impacts of pre-regulatory coal-mining, subsidence from active mines, unregulated dumps, a proliferation of landfills and legacy pollution. The Sustainable Energy Program promotes the rapid, equitable, and adaptive transition to a clean energy economy. Our work prioritizes community well-being, environmental stewardship, and energy independence. Market shifts are changing job opportunities, with an urgent focus on sustainability and new energy. These are largely blue-collar skilled labor positions, with needs similar to former industry jobs, making them attractive to the regional workforce. Rural areas face high energy and transportation burdens as a percent of income. This project will increase capacity for low-income households/communities to lower energy costs, and empower workers to make careers in sustainable employment sectors.
 
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Member Duties : The VISTA member will assess and develop an asset map of existing community supports and new federal opportunities available to the community. The VISTA will identify organizations serving the community, and build partnerships and coalitions to align resources. The VISTA will develop strategic plans utilizing community input to identify anti-poverty initiatives needed by the community.
 
Program Benefits : Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Living Allowance ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Health Coverage* ,  Stipend ,  Training . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.
 
Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Car recommended ,  Permits working at another job during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Technology ,  Community and Economic Development ,  Education ,  Environment ,  Neighborhood Revitalization ,  Community Outreach . 
 
Skills :
Environment ,  Communications ,  Leadership ,  Computers/Technology ,  Community Organization ,  Education ,  Social Services ,  Writing/Editing ,  Team Work ,  Youth Development . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Stewards VISTA: Energy Communities BB - Rural Action OH Y1
Program Start/End Date
12/02/2024  -   12/01/2025
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
College graduate
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations OHIO  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  09/03/2024  To  12/02/2024 
Contact Shelby Street
330 Harper Park Dr
Beckley   WV   25801
6812380947
sstreet@conservationlegacy.org
www.stewardslegacy.org/ecap
Listing ID 124201

       

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