Leadership is not a position to be held, but an action to be taken.
WHO WE ARE
Public Allies is a national movement committed to advancing social justice and equity by engaging and activating the leadership of all people.
Since 1992, we have helped thousands of underrepresented emerging leaders serve our country, get on successful pathways to higher education and careers, and bring communities together to work for the common good. We operate our signature AmeriCorps program in multiple communities nationwide.
OUR MISSION
To create a just and equitable society and the diverse leadership to sustain it.
NEWS
Public Allies Welcomes José A. Rico as Chief Development and Communications Officer and Michelle Dobbs as Chief Programs Officer
MILWAUKEE, WIS – Public Allies, a national nonprofit committed to cultivating diverse leadership and economic opportunities for all, is proud to announce José A. Rico as Chief Development and Communications Officer and Michelle Dobbs as Chief Programs Officer. These visionary leaders join Public Allies at a pivotal moment, ready to build and support an expansive Read More
What I know to be true
During times of uncertainty, I lean into community and reflection, and I lean into what I know to be true. One thing I know for certain is that right now the world needs more leaders who believe that it is possible for everyone to win; leaders who believe that life does not have to be Read More
Honoring the life and legacy of John McKnight
It is with deep appreciation and sadness that we honor the life and legacy of John McKnight, a visionary leader, co-founder of Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD), and a steadfast champion of Public Allies. John passed away peacefully on November 2nd at the age of 92. John’s legacy spans decades of transformative work in community building, Read More
Public Allies statement on AmeriCorps funding cuts proposed by U.S. House
The U.S. House of Representatives is proposing to eliminate AmeriCorps, the 30-year program that empowers local nonprofit, faith-based, and community organizations to train and deploy community-oriented leaders across the country in response to our nation’s most immediate and critical needs. If this happens, it will have a devastating effect on Public Allies and the Read More
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS NOW
Several Public Allies locations are accepting applications to serve in our 10 Month Apprenticeship Program or host an Ally. Click the buttons below to learn more.
About Our Allies:
Public Allies are individuals from our communities who are committed to making a difference through service, and who are looking for an opportunity to build skills and a network of emerging grassroots leaders. Our program, which generally lasts 10 months and is a paid opportunity with benefits, is available to all, without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, political affiliation, marital or parental status, military service, community, or social affiliations. Anyone over 17 years with a high school diploma or GED, and who is a U.S. citizen or has permanent residency, is welcome to apply.
