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Author: Jim Damico

Volunteer in Paraguay stands beside Peace Corps presentation screen during service introduction event
Paraguay

A CED Volunteer in Paraguay: An Interview with Ian

by Jim Damico

Join us for an inspiring interview with Ian Blume, a CED volunteer in Paraguay, as he discusses his journey, challenges, and the impact of his service.

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Woman smiling next to Cuerpo de Paz sign as Peace Corps volunteer in Costa Rica
Costa Rica

A CED Volunteer in Costa Rica: An Interview with Megumi

by Jim Damico

Explore the life of Megumi Thurston, a CED volunteer in Costa Rica, and gain insights into the challenges and rewards of volunteering with the Peace Corps.

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Education volunteer in Sri Lanka poses with three local women wearing colorful saris inside a temple with golden statue
Sri Lanka

An Education Volunteer in Sri Lanka: A Chat with Katherine

by Jim Damico

Explore the life of Katherine McTernan, a Education volunteer in Sri Lanka, and gain insights into the challenges and rewards of serving with the Peace Corps.

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Armenia

A Youth Development Volunteer in Armenia: A Chat with Kethan

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Kethan Patel, a Youth Development volunteer in Armenia, and learn about his experiences, challenges, and the impact of his work.

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Volunteer in Ecuador takes selfie at snowy Chimborazo volcano wearing blue sunglasses and winter gear
Ecuador

An Education Volunteer in Ecuador: A Talk with Benjamin

by Jim Damico

In this interview, you’ll hear from Benjamin Hudock, a Peace Corps Education volunteer in Ecuador. Benjamin shares what daily life looks like, the work being done, and how service has …

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Peace Corps volunteer in Colombia smiles wearing LA Dodgers cap with green mountains and tropical trees behind him
Colombia / Featured

An Education Volunteer in Colombia: An Interview with Ian

by Jim Damico

Explore the life of Ian Lane, a Education volunteer in Colombia, and gain insights into the challenges and rewards of volunteering with the Peace Corps.

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A volunteer in Albania stands with her host mom holding flower bouquets in a classroom on Teacher’s Day
Albania / Featured

An Education Volunteer in Albania: An Interview with Rylie

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Rylie LaRue, a dedicated Education volunteer in Albania, and learn about her experiences, challenges, and the impact of her work.

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Casey Eschenbach, a volunteer in Lesotho, smiles in front of a building with a red roof labeled "Health Centre.
Featured / Lesotho

A Health Volunteer in Lesotho: An Interview with Casey

by Jim Damico

Join us for an inspiring interview with Casey Eschenbach, a Health volunteer in Lesotho, as she discusses her journey, challenges, and the impact of her service

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Tanzania

An Education volunteer in Tanzania: An Interview with Seón

by Jim Damico

Join us for an inspiring interview with Seón Tromble, a Education volunteer in Tanzania, as he discusses his journey, challenges, and the impact of his service.

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Featured / Guinea

A Health Volunteer in Guinea: An Interview with Angel

by Jim Damico

Explore the life of Angel Torres, a Health volunteer in Guinea, and gain insights into the challenges and rewards of volunteering with the Peace Corps.

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