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Pittsburgh, PA USA
the saturday light brigade radio productions are located in the sweetest space i've ever seen. within the children's museum, surrounded by colors, lights, and laughter, there is an awesome opportunity for kids to explore the various aspects of media through different avenues of hands on learning.
The Great!
- The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were... larry berger is heavily invested in the family programming he provides. he has a true commitment to kids and making radio fun.
Ways to make it better!
- If I ran this organization, I would... diversify my programs. although larry has a great voice that exudes excitement, slb could benefit from having different voices and programming within its station.
Pittsburgh, PA USA
Cindy Krappweis, the Executive Director of Reading is FUNdamental Pittsburgh, has incredible energy. She exudes this natural light that I can only imagine is a strong motivator for engaging children in the excitement and importance of reading. The programs offered that actively incorporates parent involvement in reading with their children provide great opportunity to foster a life-long love for learning.
The Great!
- The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were... happy, warm, welcoming.
Ways to make it better!
- If I ran this organization, I would... make sure that the web site is updated as often as the programs change. it is important to keep marketing current so that when people inquire about the web site, they are fully aware of the organizations offerings.
Pittsburgh, PA USA
As a current Coro Fellow with the Coro Center for Civic Leadership, I have gained extensive insight into the inner-workings of government and important socio-economic concerns facing the City and the region. Through this program and its depth AND breadth of important connections, I have experienced significant local interactions over the past 2 months that most local people my age couldn't dream of having their entire lives. It is so humbling to observe the tangible impact a Fellow can have on a city facing economic distress. Coming from the west coast, I cannot imagine a more welcome space for such an empowering experience.
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- I've seen the results of this organization in... the caliber of Coro alum and the impact they are making on the City. SO IMPRESSIVE!
- What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is... the challenge of being groomed for effective leadership.
- The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were... capable, incredibly intelligent and socially conscious.
- If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could... afford to financially support its Fellows. Stipends (for room + board) are oftentimes only enough to cover rent.
Ways to make it better!
- My experience would have been better if... the Center could afford better tech capabilities. Considering the level of work required with the Fellows program, there should be current if not advanced computer/Internet software.
- If I ran this organization, I would... make policies more clear, especially in regards to time off.
- In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are... diverse recruitment. There should be greater efforts to reach out to a wider range of people. I would not have heard about this program had I not been related to a St. Louis Coro alum, despite the 2 program locations in California.
- One thing I'd also say is that... business attire depicts authority but it is EXPENSIVE, especially if it requires alterations and dry-cleaning. Perhaps Fellows should apply for food stamps.