Are you looking for a meaningful way to spend your summer?
The Summer Community Work Study program at Feinstein Institute for Public Service may be perfect for you! The Summer CWS program helps connect students with paid opportunities and local non profits. Gain real world experience, give back, and make an impact in the Providence community this summer!βοΈπ
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Have you been curious who we work with? Do you wonder how our students engage in the Providence area? Well, we have got you covered. π For the remainder of the spring semester on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, we will be featuring one of our community partners on our Instagram. You will be able to learn what they do, how our students work with them, and how we can continue building sustainable, reciprocal relationships. Stay tuned for more! π#communitypartnerseries #bettertogether #goprovidence #alanshawnfeinstein
PC Engagement Opportunities! If youβre looking for ways to further engage with the Providence community please check out these websites for more information and opportunities!!!
Last but not least, to end our Community Partner Series, we are excited to share more about Refugee Dream Center. Supporting refugees with job support, developing independence, and providing community, they empower individuals regardless of language or country of origin. Thankful for this partnership. ππ
Since 1992, Youth Pride Inc (YPI) has been providing services and support to our LGBTQIA2S+ young people. Through direct support and advocacy, they play a unique role in bringing young people together! π
WaterFire is more than an art installation, it is a free, community-wide event focused on building community and bringing people together! We are thankful for this partnership, and cannot wait to celebrate their 500th lighting on Saturday, May 30th! π₯πβ¨
Save the Bay has been protecting Narragansett Bay since 1970, but their work in advocacy, education, and restoration will have a lasting impact on RI for decades to come. Read more about how Elise used her CWS to make a difference in the community πβ€οΈ
Introducing today's community partner highlight: WattsNatural Tutoring! They focus on personalized literacy and supporting students and adults with learning differences. They also work to remove financial and access barriers to literacy from children to adults! ππ‘
Located in Boston, Lawrence, and Providence, Squashbusters creates meaningful opportunities for youth to find community, learn the game of squash, and support them through their educational career. Thanks for this awesome partnership! π₯
Introducing today's community partner highlight: Southside Community Land Trust! Established by Providence residents, refugees, and Brown University graduates, they help promote food sovereignty by providing land, education, and resources for urban agriculture. Their mission is focused on empowering Rhode Island residents to grow their own food sustainably!! π±π
Today, we are introducing Women's Refugee Care. From job placement preparation to women's groups to everything in between, WRC provides integral support for refugees in the Providence community.
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We have two more jam packed weeks of our Community Partner Series! Today, we are elated to share about the Smith Hill Early Childhood Learning Center. Through community centered care, the center creates inclusive and nurturing environments for children. Thank you for this partnership!