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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.

US Peace Corps volunteer in Timor-Leste, Silas with a huge landscape in the background
Featured / Timor-Leste

An Education volunteer in Timor-Leste: A chat with Silas

by Jim Damico

Join us for an inspiring chat with Silas Mullin, an Education volunteer in Timor-Leste, as he discusses his journey, challenges, and the impact of his service.

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Volunteer in St. Lucia smiles with schoolchildren wearing blue uniforms at Julian Alfred welcome home celebration
Eastern Caribbean / Featured / 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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CED volunteer in Albania explores Krujë castle with mountain backdrop during pre-service training
Albania / Featured

A CED Volunteer in Albania: An Interview with Aimee

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Aimee, a dedicated CED volunteer in Albania, 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
Featured / 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
Featured / 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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Volunteer in Panama holds rice stalks in golden field under rainbow sky
Panama

An Environment Volunteer in Panama: A Chat with Arabella

by Jim Damico

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

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Peace Corps volunteer in Colombia smiles wearing LA Dodgers cap with green mountains and tropical trees behind him
Colombia

An Education Volunteer in Colombia: An Interview with Ian

by Jim Damico

Explore the life of Ian Lane, a Education volunteer in Colombia, and gain insights into the challenges and rewards of volunteering with the Peace Corps.

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A volunteer in Albania stands with her host mom holding flower bouquets in a classroom on Teacher’s Day
Albania

An Education Volunteer in Albania: An Interview with Rylie

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Rylie LaRue, a dedicated Education volunteer in Albania, and learn about her experiences, challenges, and the impact of her work.

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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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Peace Corps volunteer in Armenia takes selfie outdoors with green mountains and lake backdrop
Armenia

A Youth Development volunteer in Armenia: An Talk with Katie

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Katie Powell, a dedicated Youth Development volunteer in Armenia, and learn about her experiences, challenges, and the impact of her work.

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