Climate Corps Coordinator: May 2024

Major Projects:
Attend and support Governor’s Service Awards.
Attend and support AmeriCorps member conference.
Present update on Maine Climate Corps to Governor’s Office of Policy, Innovation, and the Future.
Speak on panel on intergenerational climate action at the Center for an Ecology-based Economy Convergence
Prepare for and welcome summer intern focused on recruitment outreach. 
Attend Maine Prepares conference.
Host Facilitation training delivered by Sea Grant. 


Ongoing:
Met with contacts in government, Maine organizations, and national service programs. 
Supported Maine Service Fellow located in Dover-Foxcroft.
Plan for recruitment of MSF in Norway.
Attended staff meetings and trainings.
Attended ASC workgroups and meeting.
Attended Commission meeting.
Finalize Volunteer Management MicroCredential Course content.
Plan for Maine Climate Corps Network
Attended Maine Climate Council Resiliency Workgroup meetings; contributed to strategy/action recommendations for incorporating climate resilience in emergency management and psychological resilience. 
Follow up on contracts, invoices, and reimbursement requests. 

Upcoming Project Focus:
Continuing to meet and have calls with representatives of Maine organizations, national service, state government, etc. 
Attend Maine Climate Council meeting. 
Host Maine Climate Corps Network meeting, orient new program. 
Support Maine Service Fellows and recruit for newest host sites. 
Support summer intern. 
Plan for Maine Service Fellows programming in 2025.