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Author: Jim Damico

volunteer in Costa Rica at a soccer stadium to support his favorite team
Costa Rica

A Youth Development Volunteer in Costa Rica: A Talk with Brendan

by Jim Damico

Explore the life of Brendan Fusco a Youth Development volunteer in Costa Rica, and gain insights into the challenges and rewards of serving with the Peace Corps

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volunteer in Ghana holding up a Peace Corps flag
Ghana

A Health Volunteer in Ghana: An Interview with Chermeine

by Jim Damico

Explore the life of Chermeine Conteh, a Health volunteer in Ghana, and gain insights into the challenges and rewards of volunteering with the Peace Corps.

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volunteer in Grenada in the library at her school, her office
Eastern Caribbean / Featured

An Education Volunteer in Grenada: An Interview with Sophia

by Jim Damico

Explore the life of Sophia Meyer, a Education volunteer in Grenada, and gain insights into the challenges and rewards of volunteering with the Peace Corps.

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a volunteer in Nepal
Featured / Nepal

An Agriculture Volunteer in Nepal: A Talk with Townsend

by Jim Damico

Meet Townsend Dotterer, a Agriculture volunteer in Nepal, as she shares her inspiring story of challenges, growth, and community impact in this insightful interview.

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volunteer in Namibia standing with Peace Corps staff
Featured / Namibia

A Health Volunteer in Namibia: An Interview with Erez

by Jim Damico

Meet Erez Hatch-Tuchman, a Health volunteer in Namibia as he shares his inspiring story of challenges, growth, and community impact in this insightful interview.

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volunteer in Peru holding up a certificate with a Peruvian chef
Featured / Peru

A Youth Development Volunteer in Peru: A Talk with Madison

by Jim Damico

Join us for an interview with Madison Cook, a Youth Development volunteer in Peru, as she discusses her journey, challenges, and the impact of her service.

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volunteer in Mexico outdoors
Featured / Mexico

An Environment Volunteer in Mexico: An Interview with Blake

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Blake Knipple, a dedicated Environment volunteer in Mexico, and learn about his experiences, challenges, and the impact of his work.

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volunteer in Costa Rica smiling and holding up a finger meaning #1
Costa Rica

A Development Volunteer in Costa Rica: An Interview with Alec

by Jim Damico

Explore the life of Alec Wirstrom, a Community Economic Development (CED) volunteer in Costa Rica, and gain insights into the challenges and rewards of volunteering with the Peace Corps.

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volunteer in Thailand with another volunteer and a microphone during a fun event
Thailand

An Education Volunteer in Thailand: An Interview with Noah

by Jim Damico

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

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volunteer in Namibia standing with two collegues
Namibia

A Development Volunteer in Namibia: An Interview with Jackson

by Jim Damico

Meet Jackson Meadow, a Development volunteer in Namibia, as he shares his inspiring story of challenges, growth, and community impact in this insightful interview.

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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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