 
Hello Serve Ambassadors,
This past month has been extremely busy but exciting for Serve DC! On behalf of Mayor Muriel Bowser, we have been focusing on elevating all volunteers as well as our DC youth.
In partnership with the National CERT Association, we co-hosted the 2024 National CERT Conference (July 22-26) to the District for the first time. CERT is comprised of volunteers who are certified to administer assistance during an emergency or disaster, before Fire EMS or an ambulance arrives.
There were over 600 attendees from 40 states and territories including DC residents who came to participate in workshops that further developed their emergency management skills.
This month, we hosted the first-ever SYEPA(Summer Youth Emergency Preparedness Academy) trunk party, giving 13 of our 35 students necessary dorm room essentials. In the District of Columbia, we make it a point to recognize high school seniors participating in our program under the Marion Barry Jr. Summer Youth Program according to need.
Serve DC trains DC Youth ages 16-21 to have critical life-saving skills such as CERT, CPR/First Aid, AED, and "Stop the Bleed. Our students have worked hard this summer, and I am happy we can support them as they embark on their continued education journey. We are deeply grateful for the continued support from JP Morgan Chase, which has enabled us to provide each of our SYEPA students with laptops, allowing them to be prepared for school this coming school year. As the program ends for the summer, each student will receive training certifications and have access to mentorship opportunities for public service and emergency management careers.
This entire month has really demonstrated how rewarding volunteerism can be!
I want to continue to urge each of you to consider the ways that you can contribute to the spirit of volunteerism this summer by visiting our Galaxy Portal. There are limitless opportunities where you can give back.
Lastly, I am looking forward to learning more about DC's amazing community organizations through your Spirit of Service Award Nominations. I am so proud of how Mayor Bowser and Serve DC recognize those who commit to service! We will host the awards this upcoming September so stay tuned for more details.
Thank you for giving us meaningful and intentional ways to support our communities!
In partnership and collaboration,
 Jermaine Dillon
Director
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 On July 2, Mayor Muriel Bowser, Serve DC, and other district agencies joined President Biden as he provided remarks on extreme weather at DC HSEMA. Stay informed by about weather updates by visiting https://www.heat.gov/.
  Serve DC joined Mayor Muriel Bowser for the annual 4th of July Parade for a day of fun and family in the Palisades community.
 On July 11, Serve DC joined Mayor Muriel Bowser in Celebrating the completion of the Elle, Downtown DC’s First Major Office-to-Residential Conversion .
On July 2 and 3, our Summer Youth Emergency Preparedness Academy (SYEPA) students became certified in CPR and first aid as well as NARCAN. They also learned how to use fentanyl test trips.
 On July 3, Serve DC CERT master instructor Frances Whalen joined DC DHS Deputy Administrator Justin Brown, DC DHS Mass Care Task Force Team, DC Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD), American Red Cross, and our DC CERT Team Members to address the Mass Care Plan.
  On July 10, Serve DC Donation and Partnerships Manager Rold Louis held an informative donations management training at the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR).
 On July 16, the Army and Air Force National Guard educated SYEPA students about their career opportunities. They were extremely engaged and interested in joining!
 On July 17, DC Fire EMS Public Affairs Specialist Daryl Levine taught the final units of the SYEPA’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training to SYEPA students.
On July 18, Serve DC joined Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice Lindsey Appiah at the Emergency Preparedness Council Meeting DC HSEMA.
  on July 20 ,Our Outreach and Specialist Initiatives coordinator Sheika Reid attended the community resource pop up at Langdon Recreation Center.
 On July 20 , Serve DC and the Mayor's Office on African Affairs celebrated Nelson Mandela's philanthropic legacy and commitment to service at Mandela Day of Service.
We performed a clean-up at Shepherd Park in Ward 8 to beautify the park and surrounding area. Thank you to all of volunteers as well as Director Aly Kaba, Chief Lindsey Parker, and Deputy Chief of Staff Steve Walker.
 On July 27, the Mayor's Office of the Clean City hosted roll-off day in Ward 5 to help residents dispose of electronics, documents, and bulk items. It was such a success and now, we are one step closer to being a #trashfreeDC
  On July 22, Our SYEPA students visited FEMA to participate in an overview of the national US & R Response system.
 On July 22, Serve DC and CERT members took a commemorative photo to celebrate Advocacy Day before they kicked off the 2024 National CERT Conference.
  From Jul 22-July 26, Serve DC and the National CERT Association hosted the 2024 National CERT Conference was held in the District for the first time ever! Over 600 attendees from 40 states and territories which included DC residents participated in various trainings at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center Downtown to further develop their emergency preparedness skills.
Thank you to all of the CERT members as well as President Su-Vaa Tai from the National CERT Association, Chief of Staff Peckumn from the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice, and Assistant Fire Chief Knight from Fire EMS.
 On July 24, Serve DC hosted the first ever college trunk party for 35 SYEPA Students to recognize their hard work during our Summer Youth Emergency Preparedness Academy. This program is under Mayor Marion Barry Jr.'s Summer Youth Employment Program and trains participants in emergency response skills such as Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), first aid/CPR, AED, Narcan, and "Stop the Bleed".
We gifted 13 high school seniors dorm room accessories and college supplies. Lastly, the greatest surprise was Serve DC giving the entire SYEPA class their own laptops. Thank you to Director Dillon, Serve DC staff, and our amazing partners for their support this summer. Click the thumbnail to watch the NBC Channel 4 coverage on this story.
 It's almost time to go back to school! Join Mayor Muriel Bowser for an exciting day of activations like book bags, school supplies and more.
 Registration is now open for @dchrDC's Hot Days, Hot Jobs Hiring Event ☀️
Take a look at the positions available, prepare your resume, and be ready for an on-the-spot interview ➡️dchr.dc.gov/joinourteam
 Nominations for the Mayor's Arts Awards are now open! Nominate your favorite DC Creative by August 9.
 DC Youth have talent and they want to showcase it to you! Join Mayor Bowser and the Office for Public Safety and Justice to enjoy the Youth Got Talent block party and youth talent show. There will also be a backpack and school supplies giveaway!
 Join the Mayor's Office on Returning Citizens Affairs at the 2nd Annual Keeping It Reel event for a day of fishing, fun, and fellowship!
Join DC Health for the 5th Annual Books and Blocks Party to celebrate families, expectant families, and caregivers of young children in the District. There will be health screenings, community resources, arts and crafts, and more.
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Serve DC is seeking an experienced grants management specialist! Please review qualifications and apply here or at mota.dc.gov if you are interested.
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Board Position: 3-year Term on Serve DC's Commission for National and Community Service:
Serve DC is looking for engaged residents to join the Commission for National and Community Service. The Commission's purpose is to encourage community service and volunteer participation as a means of community and state problem-solving; to promote and support voluntary citizen involvement in government and private programs throughout the District of Columbia; to develop a comprehensive vision and strategic plan for community service initiatives in the District of Columbia; and to serve as the District's liaison between national and other state organizations in concert with the District of Columbia strategic plan.
Interested residents engaged in the nonprofit, youth, philanthropic, business, and labor communities are particularly encouraged to apply.
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