20 Questions
What is the name of the project launched by NCOA?
RespectAbility
Which organization is developing a national media campaign to change public attitudes toward aging?
Harvard School of Public Health
What is the goal of The Next ChapterTM Initiative developed by Civic Ventures?
Create resources for adults transitioning to a new life stage
What is a critical challenge mentioned in the text regarding engagement of older adults?
Building accessible pathways to engagement on the local level
What does the RespectAbility project by NCOA involve?
Survey of nonprofit organizations, a film, and meetings
Who is funding the national media campaign developed by the Harvard School of Public Health?
MetLife Foundation
What role does Civic Ventures believe meaningful choices play in the health of older adults?
Important role in health and ongoing development
Where does engagement primarily happen?
Locally
What is the premise on which The Next ChapterTM Initiative is built?
Meaningful choices for work, service, learning, and social connections are crucial
Why is it mentioned that engagement happens locally despite national efforts?
Local engagement is critical for effective involvement of older adults
What is the specific requirement for level of participation in the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) and Senior Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE)?
No specific requirements for level of participation
How many hours a week are older adults required to commit to in the Experience Corps® program?
15 hours
What type of service do Experience Corps members primarily provide to at-risk school children?
Mentoring and tutoring
In how many communities does the Experience Corps program involve more than 1,500 participants?
13 communities
What resource has the organization recently published as a guide to creating effective recruitment messages for older adults?
Appealing to Experience (2005)
What is the main focus of the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) and Senior Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE)?
Civic engagement
What is the overarching goal of the Experience Corps® program?
Creating a new model for seniors’ civic engagement
What distinguishes the Experience Corps® program from other federal programs for older volunteers?
Requires a significant amount of time commitment
What is the main incentive offered to older adults in the Experience Corps® program?
Small stipend to cover out-of-pocket expenses
What is the future direction mentioned for the Experience Corps program?
Addressing other social needs
Learn about the efforts made by the Coalition of Community Foundations for Youth to increase support for youth civic engagement and the concept of service learning which integrates community service with school curriculum.
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