How to increase protein in your diet
A Peace Corps volunteer might feel they are not getting enough protein in their diet. How can they increase their protein, especially in a rural village?
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23 Frequently Asked Questions about the Peace Corps (FAQ)
These days, only the name ‘Peace Corps’ is known, but not much else. I’ve come up with 23 of the most common Peace Corps frequently asked questions people have.
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Nepal Local Elections 2022 – What to Know!
On May 13th, 2022, Nepal will have its local elections. For those who are not Nepali or are visiting Nepal, here’s what you might want to know.
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What is in the Peace Corps Volunteer Handbook?
The Volunteer Handbook is followed by volunteers and its policies are in the Service Handbook. This will give an overview of what is contained in the Handbook.
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15 yummy snacks you will find in the village (Nepal)
Most of the time Nepalis have a snack instead of lunch. I have come up with the most common snacks you can find either in Nepali homes or at the village shops.
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Celebrate the life of my mother, Shirlene
Four years ago today, my mother, Shirlene Damico, passed away at home due to cancer. But instead of dwelling her death, I want to celebrate her life.
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All Peace Corps Volunteers Need a Morning Routine
A morning routine will reduce the stress a Peace Corps volunteer has so that they can thrive. Here is what I have found out about starting a morning routine.
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Swearing-In Peace Corps Nepal Anniversary (2019)
A lot has happened since my Peace Corps Nepal group 206 had our swearing-in back in 2019. I just wanted to remember it and check-in with my fellow volunteers.
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Learning Italian in Nepal with Duolingo
You might be wondering why I am also “Learning Italian.” Well, two years ago when lockdowns started, my younger brother started learning Italian. He has been using the Duolingo app. …
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What to Pack for Peace Corps – Packing List
Packing for Peace Corps is hard for everyone. Here you can find a packing list for an Education volunteer in Nepal, but the list works for many other countries.
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