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Author: Jim Damico

School children in a developing country enjoying reading books together in their classroom, immersed in the joy of learning and discovery.
How To / Resources

How to Apply for Free Books for Your Peace Corps Library

by Jim Damico

Learn how Peace Corps volunteers can add free books to their libraries by requesting books from Darien Book Aid, an organization that ships books to PCVs globally

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A US Peace Corps volunteer in Thailand in traditional dress among walls of an old temple
Thailand

A Youth Development Volunteer in Thailand: A Talk with Emily

by Jim Damico

Join us for an inspiring interview with Emily, a Youth Development volunteer in Thailand as she discusses her journey, challenges, and the impact of her service

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a Peace Corps volunteer in the Philippines all dressed up for her swearing-in
The Philippines

A Youth Development volunteer in the Philippines: A Chat with Ellah

by Jim Damico

Join us for an inspiring interview with Ellah Fornillos, a Youth Development volunteer in the Philippines, as she discusses her journey, challenges, and the impact of her service.

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Ken Mattingly, dedicated volunteer in Morocco, smiles warmly while exploring the historic coastal fortress of Essaouira. The American Peace Corps volunteer wears a bright green Concours shirt and baseball cap as he stands against the backdrop of ancient stone ramparts and the sparkling Atlantic Ocean. White-capped waves crash against the weathered fortification walls, while traditional Moroccan architecture stretches across the seaside town behind him. This moment captures the adventure and cultural immersion that defines volunteer work in Morocco's enchanting coastal communities.
Morocco

A Youth Development volunteer in Morocco: A Talk with Ken

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Ken Mattingly, a dedicated Youth Development volunteer in Morocco, and learn about his experiences, challenges, and the impact of his work.

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A female Peace Corps volunteer in bright pink shirt takes selfie on tropical beach with palm trees overhead, sandy shoreline, and ocean waves visible in background under partly cloudy sky
Belize

A Youth Development volunteer in Belize: A chat with Kim

by Jim Damico

Meet Kim Izzarelli, a Youth Development volunteer in Belize, as ahw shares her inspiring story of challenges, growth, and community impact in this insightful interview.

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Hank Fanning, an Education volunteer in Indonesia, stands outside a modern community center with distinctive perforated metal facade displaying "DO YOU KNOW WHAT YOU'RE DOING" in illuminated letters. The bald volunteer wears a patterned shirt and appears to be speaking or presenting, with a black Toyota sedan and motorcycle parked in the concrete courtyard. The building's contemporary design features warm interior lighting that glows through geometric metal screens, while traditional Indonesian residential architecture is visible in the background. This scene captures the intersection of modern educational initiatives and local community spaces where international volunteers like Fanning work to make educational impact in Indonesian communities.
Indonesia

An Education Volunteer in Indonesia: An Interview with Hank

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Hank Fanning, a dedicated Education volunteer in Indonesia, and learn about his experiences, challenges, and the impact of his work.

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a smiling Nadia, a volunteer in Thailand, with her enthusiastic students
Thailand

An Education Volunteer in Thailand: An Interview with Nadia

by Jim Damico

Join us for an inspiring interview with Nadia Perez Lourido, a Education volunteer in Thailand, as she discusses her journey, challenges, and the impact of her service.

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Marie, a volunteer in Jamaica, smiling with the ocean in the background
Jamaica

An Agriculture volunteer in Jamaica: An interview with Marie

by Jim Damico

Meet Marie Schmitz, a Agriculture volunteer in Jamaica, as she shares her inspiring story of challenges, growth, and community impact in this insightful interview.

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Peace Corps volunteer in the Philippines poses with Filipino host mother during community based training in urban setting. The smiling volunteer with brown hair stands beside her welcoming Nanay who wears pink shirt and waves at camera. Lush tropical vegetation including palm trees frames modern Filipino neighborhood with multi-story concrete buildings and balconies. This heartwarming moment captures the family bonds that form between volunteers in the Philippines and their host families during cultural immersion training.
The Philippines

An Environment volunteer in the Philippines: A Talk with Rachel

by Jim Damico

Read an interview with Rachel Davis, a Development volunteer in the Philippines, as she discusses her journey, challenges, and the impact of her service.

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a very excited Peace Corps volunteer in Lesotho on her swearing-in day dressed in traditional wear
Lesotho

An Education volunteer in Lesotho: A talk with Alexandra

by Jim Damico

Join us for an inspiring interview with Alexandra Moldowan, a Education volunteer in Lesotho, as she discusses her journey, challenges, and the impact of her service.

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