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Experience all of Peace Corps’ host countries through my posts! This category covers everything related to countries where Peace Corps places volunteers. From here you can find posts about individual countries, including their history, culture, people, geography, and Peace Corps programs. Get an in-depth look at what life is like as a Peace Corps volunteer by reading interviews, blog posts and viewing photos from volunteers serving in communities across the globe. Learn about the projects volunteers work on and how they collaborate with local partners. Discover Peace Corps milestones and impact in each country. Whether you’re considering volunteering, want to learn more before visiting, or just interested in these amazing places, this category offers a comprehensive look at each country through the lens of Peace Corps service.

a volunteer in Cambodia with a woman and her motorcycle
Cambodia / Featured

An Education volunteer in Cambodia: A chat with Talia

by Jim Damico

Explore the life of Talia De Santo, a Education volunteer in Cambodia, and gain insights into the challenges and rewards of volunteering with the Peace Corps.

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Volunteer in St. Lucia smiles with schoolchildren wearing blue uniforms at Julian Alfred welcome home celebration
Eastern Caribbean / Uncategorized

An Education Volunteer in St. Lucia: A Chat with Hunter

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Hunter Casazza, a dedicated Education volunteer in St. Lucia, and learn about his experiences, challenges, and the impact of his work.

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Peace Corps volunteer in Togo poses with large bird of prey at vibrant cultural festival in West Africa. The smiling volunteer with dreadlocks and glasses makes peace sign while Togolese handler displays impressive raptor with outstretched wings. Colorful crowd fills background with traditional clothing and festival atmosphere under blue sky and green trees. Local children and adults gather around this unique wildlife demonstration, showcasing Togo's rich cultural traditions and community celebrations where volunteers participate alongside local residents.
Featured / Togo

A Health volunteer in Togo: An Interview with Reyneir

by Jim Damico

Join us for an inspiring interview with Reyneir Magee, a Health volunteer in Togo, as she discusses her journey, challenges, and the impact of her service.

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Volunteer in Malawi stands on mountain viewpoint at sunset overlooking Michinji village and valleys
Malawi

A Health Volunteer in Malawi: An Interview with Pam

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Pam Williams, a dedicated Health volunteer in Malawi, and learn about her experiences, challenges, and the impact of her work.

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Volunteer in Zambia takes selfie with host family and counterpart Elizabeth Ngwira outside rural home in 2023
Zambia

A Health volunteer in Zambia: An interview with Angelina

by Jim Damico

Meet Angelina Liu, a Health volunteer in Zambia, as she shares her inspiring story of challenges, growth, and community impact in this insightful interview.

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Volunteer in Indonesia celebrates with band members and cheering crowd at graduation concert in arena
Indonesia

An Education Volunteer in Indonesia: An Interview with Jake

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Jake Sarver-Verhey, a dedicated Education volunteer in Indonesia, and learn about his experiences, challenges, and the impact of his work.

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Peace Corps volunteer in the Philippines, Allannah, poses for a photo at the famous Chocolate Hills viewpoint in Bohol. She wears a blue UCLA baseball cap and white sleeveless shirt, with the distinctive cone-shaped hills stretching across the green landscape behind her.
Featured / The Philippines

An Environment volunteer in the Philippines: A Chat with Alannah

by Jim Damico

Here is an interview with Alannah Linden, a Environment volunteer in the Philippines, as she discusses her journey, challenges, and the impact of her service.

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Peace Corps volunteer Dena smiles at G90 swear-in ceremony in Panama wearing bright yellow top and dark blazer. Official ceremony backdrop displays Panama flag with red star, American flag with stars and stripes, and Peace Corps Panama logo. Formal diplomatic event marks completion of training for new Peace Corps volunteers. Young woman poses proudly at government ceremony with international flags representing US-Panama partnership. Peace Corps swear-in celebration takes place with official flag display showing bilateral cooperation. Volunteer graduation ceremony features traditional diplomatic setting with national symbols from both countries.
Featured / Panama

An Environment volunteer in Panama: A Talk with Dena

by Jim Damico

Join us for an inspiring interview with Dena, a Environment volunteer in Panama, as she discusses her journey, challenges, and the impact of her service.

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Peace Corps volunteer in Lesotho smiling by a rocky river with mountains and green hills in the background
Featured / Lesotho

An Education volunteer in Lesotho: A Talk with Sasha

by Jim Damico

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

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Two women wave and smile in tropical Fiji garden with red flowering plants and green grass around modest buildings
Fiji

A CED Volunteer in Fiji: An Interview with Claire

by Jim Damico

Meet Claire Schnefke, a CED volunteer in Fiji, as she shares her inspiring story of challenges, growth, and community impact in this insightful interview.

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