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Author: Jim Damico

Cohort A28 ready to leave the US to serve in Armenia for the next 27 months. Woot woot!
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Peace Corps Week 2024 – Optimism in Action

by Jim Damico

This week is Peace Corps Week and just wanted to share my thoughts on this year’s theme “Optimism in Action”.

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Country / Peace Corps

Peace Corps Welcome Books – Your Passport to the World

by Jim Damico

Download 69 free Peace Corps Welcome Books as PDFs from 2006-2017 for an insider’s view of host countries and cultures around the world.

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Dano, a Peace Corps Education volunteer in Thailand, poses with a few of his fellow volunteers
Thailand

A Conversation with Dano, an Education Volunteer in Thailand

by Jim Damico

Discover the transformative journey of Dano, a Peace Corps Education volunteer in Thailand. Gain insights into the work, challenges, rewards, and personal growth.

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Tech

Awesome PC Blog & Newsletter Idea for the 3rd Goal

by Jim Damico

Tips for volunteers to easily create an engaging PC blog FREE at Substack.com. Share your Peace Corps stories, connect with readers, and achieve the Third Goal.

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Jon, an Agriculture volunteer in The Gambia, enjoying the festivities
The Gambia

An interview with Jon: An Agriculture volunteer in The Gambia

by Jim Damico

Discover the reality of Peace Corps service with Jon Hamilton, an Agriculture volunteer in The Gambia. Gain insights into challenges, triumphs, and personal growth.

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How To

Empower Learners: Building Strong Presentation Skills For Success

by Jim Damico

Empower learners with presentation skills. Step-by-step guide to setting up an English club. Boost confidence, communication, and success.

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Max, a Community Development volunteer in North Macedonia, takes in the sights with snow covered mountains in the background
North Macedonia

Maxim: A Community Development volunteer in North Macedonia

by Jim Damico

Discover Maxim’s journey as a Peace Corps Community Development volunteer in North Macedonia. We explore the challenges and rewards of volunteering abroad.

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Liz, an Education volunteer in Ghana, stands with a group of her students
Ghana

An interview with Liz: An Education volunteer in Ghana

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Liz Madisetti, a Peace Corps volunteer in Ghana. Learn about her challenges, rewards, and the impact of volunteering.

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Food

Peace Corps Volunteer Cookbooks You Need To Download

by Jim Damico

Peace Corps volunteers have a reputation for being resourceful. And that included the challenges of cooking in a new culture. So, they created cookbooks to share.

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Joe, a North Macedonia Education volunteer, celebrating "American" Christmas with my host family and friends.
North Macedonia

Revealing North Macedonia Education Volunteer Interview

by Jim Damico

Explore the unfiltered realities of Peace Corps service with Joe Dodson, a passionate North Macedonia Education volunteer. Join us for an inspiring 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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