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In Week 3, the ten undergraduate MAPSCorps 2012 interns spent some time in the Auburn Gresham community visiting with Carols Nelson, Executive Director of the Greater Auburn Gresham Development Corporation (GADC), and Kim Lymore, Associate Minister at St. Sabina. The interns share their thoughts on community leadership, the role of different organizations in community development, and helping others learn more about available community resources.

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Carlos Nelson, Executive Director of GADC (Greater Auburn-Gresham Development Corporation), shares his perspective on community development with MAPSCorps Interns.

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Visiting the Auburn Gresham neighborhood this past Friday really opened my eyes to the importance of involving community members in neighborhood development. The dedication that many individuals have to the neighborhood makes a vivid impression on community residents. People are invested in seeing improvement in their community and, thus, take the necessary steps to effect change. The close-knit environment further supports progress, as people hold each other accountable to implement these changes. To say the least, the visit to Auburn Gresham was both inspirational and empowering.

– Ayesha Crockett, Class of ‘13

Carlos Nelson, Executive Director of the Greater Auburn-Gresham Development Corporation (GADC), is a man who works to lead from the ground up. Although head of an organization with a $2.5 million budget, Mr. Nelson still finds time in his day to greet people who walk through the GADC’s doors. UCSC MAPSCorps Interns met with Mr. Nelson on Friday. Within a minute of hearing him speak, I had picked up on his genuine love for and connection with Auburn Gresham. He told us, “I have not worked a day in ten years,” followed closely by, “I can still see my house when I look out the window [of this room].” I believe that his ability to form meaningful connections with the community members is what builds trust between the GADC and the community, what strengthens the organization’s ability to voice the concerns of the people, and what drives Mr. Nelson to be the leader that he is.

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– Huiting Xu, Class of ‘13

MAPSCorps Interns chow down on mustard-fried catfish, mac-n-cheese, and other soul food goodies at BJ’s Market & Bakery on 79th and Racine. Left to Right: Ammon Owens, Janaya Gripper, Huiting Xu, Stephanie Short, Ayesha Crockett, Max Smith, Matt Vecchitto, Muhammad Shareef, and Anum Qadir.

On one particularly hot day, we were flyering in South Shore to spread the word about southsidehealth.org. There were not many people outside. We came upon an older woman. She was picking up litter and putting it into a little cart. We offered her a flyer. She thought the project was so great that we should talk to her pastor. She took us into an air-conditioned church where the pastor gladly filled our empty water bottles and offered us apples. In short order, we got a brief history of the church and the programs they currently offer. These include an after-school program, a summer program, and free meals for youth. What a fantastic discovery!

– Janaya Gripper, Class of ‘13

Community development in Washington Park and Woodlawn may have a different meaning than in other neighborhoods. Where boarded up windows and vacant blocks are the norm, finding resources can be difficult. Although long-term plans may include more business and residential development, focusing on current assets can create more immediate solutions. By informing community residents of the resources available to them right in their own neighborhood, I hope they will be able to lead healthier lives.

– Anum Qadir, Class of ‘14

Associate Minster Kimberly Lymore kicks off our tour of St. Sabina’s extensive social service and community development programs.

Greater Auburn-Gresham Development Corporation (GADC) and the Faith Community of St. Sabina approaches to community development were quite different than what I have seen at some other community organizations. Many organizations are dedicated to supporting their community by providing resources for the individual members. Through our conversations with Carlos Nelson (GADC), I realized that the GADC and St. Sabina community development approach is broader, encompassing the physical development of the community. Carlos Nelson’s focus on “comprehensive community development” extends GADC’s role as a focal point for community resources to a center dedicated towards the creation of a new Metra stop on 79th street. Associate Minister Kim Lymore (St. Sabina) said that the church was heavily involved in bringing a Walgreens and a BJ’s Market restaurant on the same block as the senior resident home they established. This community development model helps GADC and St. Sabina impact whole communities rather than smaller subsets of community members.

– Muhammad Shareef, Class of ‘13

I spent this past spring quarter studying in Paris. Whenever I tell anyone that I was in Paris, they always want to know about the churches. People ask about Notre Dame, Saint Chapelle, and a multitude of other famous churches. But if you really want to see a lot of interesting churches, I would suggest you go to Auburn Gresham. Auburn Gresham has an amazingly wide variety of churches, from massive old Catholic churches to storefront churches only open on Sunday. I even saw a church that doubles as hair salon (as I mentioned last week). If you love seeing different houses of worship and have never been to Auburn Gresham, I can tell you that there are more churches in Auburn Gresham than there are in Paris.

– Max Smith, Class of ‘15

Helping people find work in a tough economy – the job board is just one of the services at St. Sabina’s Employment Resource Center.

This week’s Friday session was particularly interesting, especially because we had a chance to speak with the GADC’s leader Carlos Nelson. He was very approachable and our conversation was very fluid. What was particularly interesting to me was Mr. Nelson’s willingness to give up a high-paying career as an engineer to work full-time for a nonprofit. His amiability and open-door policy to the GADC was inspiring for me. I hope to emulate this attitude as I develop as a leader.

– Matt Vecchitto, Class of ‘15

Cultural identity is the most important asset in the East Side community. You can see the presence of the large Hispanic population in many of the businesses, especially the restaurants. From my previous experience as a health educator teaching South Side high school students about nutrition, I learned that it can be difficult to eat healthy when there are many fast food restaurants nearby. Freshly prepared Hispanic cuisine is a healthier option than the fast food restaurants that dominate in many other communities. The few fast food options available in East Side are on its edges. For people’s health, having restaurants that serve healthy food is extremely important.

–Mehnaaz Chowdhury, Class of ‘13

A colorful chalk mural at The Ark, St. Sabina’s community center which houses nearly 20 programs and services for Auburn-Gresham’s youth.

Growing up in L.A., the Catholic Church seemed somewhat distant from black communities. Learning about the role St. Sabina plays in Auburn Gresham has changed my perception of what the church can do. St. Sabina has a myriad of programs, giving people access to not only spiritual wellness but also housing, technology, physical fitness, and many other resources. Working with MAPSCorps has really opened my eyes to how churches can advance their communities.

– Ammon Owens, Class of ‘13

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The most fulfilling aspect of our first Friday session was meeting with Carlos Nelson, the Executive Director of the GADC. What I found interesting was that life ultimately brought him to his current line of work; he hadn’t planned being involved in community development. He really showed us that the improvements in the community can only be made possible by collaboration of community members, leaders and the government. He likes to say “I haven’t worked a day in 10 years.” This stuck with me because it truly seemed like he has maintained his spirit. I look forward to meeting more community leaders; it gives rich context for the communities in which we are working.

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MAPSCorps Interns take in the bustling corner at 79th Street and Racine. Visible in the background are St. Sabina Senior Housing, the bell tower for the parish, and BJ’s Market and Bakery’s green and white awning.