The Service Year - Creating a New Cultural Norm

Explore the transformative potential of national service in this thought-provoking panel discussion featuring General Stan McChrystal, Carrie Hessler-Radelet, and Elliot Gerson. Delve into the concept of making a service year a cultural norm for young Americans, examining its potential economic, political, and social benefits. Learn about innovative approaches to fostering a culture of civic duty, including joint recruitment, recognition programs, and crowdfunding initiatives. Discover how national service can address student loan debt, enhance interpersonal communication skills, and create a shared experience across diverse communities. Gain insights into the challenges and opportunities of implementing large-scale national service programs, and consider how various sectors can collaborate to create one million annual service-year positions. Reflect on the broader implications of national service for American society and its potential to redefine success for future generations.