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Author: Jim Damico

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Self-Care

New Year’s Goals for PCVs: Reflection and Vision

by Jim Damico

Explore the power of short-term, achievable goals for PC volunteers. Reflect on your journey, set realistic goals, and adapt to make the most of your service.

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The impossing museum of Matenadaran in Yerevan, Armenia
Blog

Unlocking The Past: A Fascinating Field Trip To Matenadaran!

by Jim Damico

Discover ancient treasures at Matenadaran! Manuscripts, architectural marvels, ongoing scholarly work—a captivating journey through history for my 6th graders.

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Peace Corps

Changing The World: Spotlight on TED Talks by RPCVs

by Jim Damico

Discover the inspiring journeys of Peace Corps alumni giving TED Talks, proving the power of service and innovation. Be inspired to make a difference!

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Campbell, an Education volunteer in The Gambia with his fellow volunteers crossing a swamp - he doesn't look happy
The Gambia

Breaking Barriers: A thriving Education Volunteer in The Gambia

by Jim Damico

Discover what it’s like to be an Education volunteer in The Gambia with Campbell Martin. Cultural insights, challenges, and impacts await. Join the journey!

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a US Peace Corps Youth Development volunteer in Costa Rica standing in front of a waterfall
Costa Rica

Advice from a Youth Development Volunteer In Costa Rica

by Jim Damico

Explore the impactful journey of a Peace Corps youth development volunteer in Costa Rica. Discover challenges, rewards, & insights into one volunteer’s service.

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Isabelle, an Education volunteer in the Gambia, posing with a whole gaggle of children all hamming it up for the camera.
The Gambia

Bridging Cultures as an Education Volunteer in The Gambia

by Jim Damico

Explore the life of an Education Volunteer in The Gambia with Isabelle Tuveson. Join her journey, discovering the impact of volunteering on lives.

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View from the top of the Cascades in Yerevan - definitely part of my IST Recharge
Blog

The IST Recharge: Peace Corps Had Me Feeling Brand New

by Jim Damico

IST Recharge: Join me on my Peace Corps journey in Armenia and discover the rejuvenating power of In-Service Training

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Peace Corps

When is the best time to apply? Volunteer Openings Timetable

by Jim Damico

Knowing when the Peace Corps volunteer openings might be announced helps applicants get the jobs they want. You will find a timetable of the current openings.

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An excited bunch of PCVs (Education volunteer in The Gambia)
The Gambia

Transformative Life as an Education Volunteer in The Gambia

by Jim Damico

Experience the transformative journey of a Peace Corps Education volunteer in The Gambia. Explore immersion, challenges, and growth while creating change abroad.

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Peace Corps Education volunteer in Armenia goes to a balloon festiveal in Yerevan
Armenia

Unveiling The Life of an Education Volunteer in Armenia

by Jim Damico

Discover the world of an education volunteer in Armenia. Learn about their challenges and experiences in the field in this interview with Lyz Davis.

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