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Author: Jim Damico

Arthur, a volunteer in St. Lucia, standing outside his school
Eastern Caribbean

An Education volunteer in St. Lucia: An Interview with Arthur

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Arthur Gold, a dedicated Education volunteer in St. Lucia, and learn about his experiences, challenges, and the impact of his work.

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The American flag, the US Peace Corps flag, and the Mongolian flag
Mongolia

An Education volunteer in Mongolia: An interview with Rafel

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Rafel Campoamor, a dedicated Education volunteer in Mongolia, and learn about his experiences, challenges, and the impact of his work.

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a volunteer in Cambodia standing on a stage at his swearing in
Cambodia / Featured

An Education volunteer in Cambodia: An interview with Jared

by Jim Damico

Explore the life of Jared Wright, a Education volunteer in Cambodia, and gain insights into the challenges and rewards of volunteering with the Peace Corps.

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Kevin and Kylie, a Peace Corps couple in Kosovo
Featured / Kosovo

A Peace Corps Couple in Kosovo: Kevin & Kayla

by Jim Damico

Explore the life of Kevin & Kayla, a volunteer couple in Kosovo, and gain insights into the challenges and rewards of volunteering with the Peace Corps.

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Erin, a US Peace Corps health volunteer in Togo standing with her counterpart
Featured / Togo

A Health volunteer in Togo: A chat with Erin Cowen

by Jim Damico

Join us for an inspiring chat with Erin Cowen, a Health volunteer in Togo, as she discusses her journey, challenges, and the impact of her service.

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US Peace Corps volunteer in Peru, Thomas in a suit at his swearing-in
Peru

A Health volunteer in Peru: An interview with Thomas

by Jim Damico

Meet Thomas Roberts, a Health volunteer in Peru, as he shares his inspiring story of challenges, growth, and community impact in this insightful interview.

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How To / Morocco / Uncategorized

PeaceWorks Is Showing The Way For PCV-Run Publications

by Jim Damico

Learn how PeaceWorks in Morocco is showing the way for PCV-run publications, offering a creative outlet for Peace Corps volunteers through a digital platform.

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Finn, a US Peace Corps volunteer in Peru, out for a run
Peru

A Health volunteer in Peru: An Interview with Finn

by Jim Damico

Join us for an inspiring interview with Finn Maunder, a Health volunteer in Peru, as he discusses his journey, challenges, and the impact of his service.

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Madalyn, a volunteer in the Dominican Republic, stands with her host mother and her host mother's granddaughter
Dominican Republic

An Education volunteer in the Dominican Republic – Madalyn

by Jim Damico

Join us for an inspiring interview with Madalyn Heinle, an Education volunteer in the Dominican Republic, as she discusses her journey, challenges, and the impact of her service.

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Audrey, a US Peace Corps volunteer in Panama during her training
Panama

An Environment volunteer in Panama: A chat with Audrey

by Jim Damico

Join us for an inspiring interview with Audrey, an Environment volunteer in Panama, as she discusses her journey, challenges, and the impact of her service.

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My name is Jim and I am a PCV in Armenia. But I have also served in Thailand, Mongolia, and Nepal. I set up this website to help others. For more info about this site click here.

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