Important Peace Corps Host Country Links
Host country links to official Peace Corps webpages are listed, along with their Facebook pages. To talk to RPCVs, check out the “Friends of…” group pages.
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How to prepare for a long flight (12+ hours)
Long flights (12+ hours) are mentally and physical exhausting. I will give you the best advice on how to best to be prepared so you will have a wonderful flight.
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The Runner’s World Summer ‘Run Streak’ – Join me!
The Runner’s World “Run Streak” happens twice a year. And this summer, it is from May 30th to July 4th, just 36 days! Certainly doable, don’t you think? So, after completing my ‘Global Running Day 5K Challenge”, I decided to keep it going. So, why not join me!
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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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