Jim Damico - Wandering The World

Peace Corps volunteer in El Salvador smiles during his swearing-in ceremony, dressed in light blue shirt and burgundy tie. The official event backdrop features repeated Peace Corps El Salvador logos with American and Salvadoran flags visible. His confident expression reflects the significance of this commitment ceremony marking the beginning of his service.

A volunteer in El Salvador: An Interview with Evan

Discover the journey of Evan Austin, a volunteer in El Salvador, and learn about his experiences, challenges, and the impact of his work.

Simon Tran, a Youth Development volunteer in Belize, smiles warmly while seated at a colorful restaurant table during his community service assignment. The young Asian-American volunteer wears a dark jacket over a patterned shirt, with his hands clasped on a vibrant red and green tablecloth. Behind him, the bustling outdoor dining area features bright turquoise chairs and tropical plants, capturing the lively atmosphere of Belizean community life where volunteers like Simon make meaningful connections with locals while contributing to youth programs.

Belize / Featured

A Youth Development Volunteer in Belize: A Talk with Simon

by Jim Damico

Meet Simon Tran, a Youth Development volunteer in Belize, as he shares his inspiring story of challenges, growth, and community impact in this insightful interview.

Lesotho

An Education Volunteer in Lesotho: An Interview with Luke

by Jim Damico

Join us for an inspiring interview with Luke Carstens, a Education volunteer in Lesotho, as he discusses his journey, challenges, and the impact of his service

a volunteer in Cambodia with a woman and her motorcycle

Cambodia / Featured

An Education volunteer in Cambodia: A chat with Talia

by Jim Damico

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

Volunteer in St. Lucia smiles with schoolchildren wearing blue uniforms at Julian Alfred welcome home celebration

Eastern Caribbean / Uncategorized

An Education Volunteer in St. Lucia: A Chat with Hunter

by Jim Damico

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

Peace Corps volunteer in Togo poses with large bird of prey at vibrant cultural festival in West Africa. The smiling volunteer with dreadlocks and glasses makes peace sign while Togolese handler displays impressive raptor with outstretched wings. Colorful crowd fills background with traditional clothing and festival atmosphere under blue sky and green trees. Local children and adults gather around this unique wildlife demonstration, showcasing Togo's rich cultural traditions and community celebrations where volunteers participate alongside local residents.

Featured / Togo

A Health volunteer in Togo: An Interview with Reyneir

by Jim Damico

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

Malawi

A Health Volunteer in Malawi: An Interview with Pam

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Pam Williams, a dedicated Health volunteer in Malawi, and learn about her experiences, challenges, and the impact of her work.

Zambia

A Health volunteer in Zambia: An interview with Angelina

by Jim Damico

Meet Angelina Liu, a Health volunteer in Zambia, as she shares her inspiring story of challenges, growth, and community impact in this insightful interview.

Indonesia

An Education Volunteer in Indonesia: An Interview with Jake

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Jake Sarver-Verhey, a dedicated Education volunteer in Indonesia, and learn about his experiences, challenges, and the impact of his work.

Peace Corps volunteer in the Philippines, Allannah, poses for a photo at the famous Chocolate Hills viewpoint in Bohol. She wears a blue UCLA baseball cap and white sleeveless shirt, with the distinctive cone-shaped hills stretching across the green landscape behind her.

Featured / The Philippines

An Environment volunteer in the Philippines: A Chat with Alannah

by Jim Damico

Here is an interview with Alannah Linden, a Environment volunteer in the Philippines, as she discusses her journey, challenges, and the impact of her service.