In March, during Women’s History Month, we can read about some amazing women who have chosen to help others, show kindness, and learn about different cultures through the United States Peace Corps. Welcome to “Building Bridges: Women in the Peace Corps,” a series all about sharing the incredible stories and contributions of these inspiring women.
In this post, we focus on the stories of 30 women who said yes to helping, leaving their comfort zone and what they knew to embrace new challenges and make friends from different cultures. Each woman we talk to has her own way of looking at things, a strong sense of purpose, and a strong desire to change the world.
Africa
- Emma – Education volunteer in Benin
- Caitlin – Response volunteer in Botswana
- Liz – Education volunteer in Ghana
- Marcella – Health volunteer in Lesotho
- Mj – Education volunteer in Madagascar
- Julia – Health volunteer in Madagascar
- Isabelle – Education volunteer in the Gambia
- Jaden – Education volunteer in the Gambia
- Erin – Health volunteer in Togo
- Lianne – Agriculture volunteer in Zambia
Asia
- Michelle – Education volunteer in Cambodia
- Tomoe – Agriculture volunteer in Nepal
- Julie – Response volunteer in the Philippines
- Danielle – Environment volunteer in the Philippines
- Teresa – Youth Development volunteer in Thailand
- Bianca – Education volunteer in Thailand
- Kayla – Education volunteer in Vietnam
Caribbean
- Madalyn – Education volunteer in the Dominican Republic
- Cole – Education volunteer in the Dominican Republic
- Kim – Education volunteer in St Vincent (Eastern Caribbean)
Central America & Mexico
Eastern Europe & Central Asia
- Sarah – Education volunteer in Armenia
- Laura – Education volunteer in Armenia
- Angelica – Education volunteer in Armenia
- Arina – Education volunteer in Armenia
- Camden – Education volunteer in Armenia
- Kim – Response volunteer in the Kyrgyz Republic
- Ella – Community Development volunteer in Moldova
- Angela-Marie – Education volunteer in Montenegro
North Africa
Pacific Islands
- Christina – Community Development volunteer in Fiji
- Katie – Community Development volunteer in Fiji
- Deborah – Education volunteer in Tonga
South America
- Riley – Community Development volunteer in Colombia
- Ally – Education volunteer in Colombia
- Abi – Education volunteer in Guyana
- Michelle – Health volunteer in Guyana
- Katherine – Agriculture volunteer in Paraguay
- Leila – Agriculture volunteer in Paraguay
Be Inspired!
As we finish up, we’re reminded of the amazing impact these awesome women have had all over the world. They’ve worked hard, been strong, and helped so many people.
Even after Women’s History Month is over, let’s keep honoring the women who came before us and also cheer on the women making a difference right now. Let’s keep trying to understand each other, be kind, and come together to make the world better for everyone.
Thanks to all the women who shared their stories. Let’s keep being inspired by them and making our own positive mark on the world!
The content of this post does not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Government or the Peace Corps.
