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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 Education volunteer in Mongolia, Christopher, talks with some local Mongolians with their yaks
Mongolia

An Education volunteer in Mongolia: Talking with Christopher

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Christopher Wizda, a dedicated Education volunteer in Mongolia, and learn about his experiences, challenges, and the impact of his work.

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Erin, a US Peace Corps health volunteer in Togo standing with her counterpart
Togo

A Health volunteer in Togo: A chat with Erin Cowen

by Jim Damico

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

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Emma, an Education volunteer in Benin, with a lot of her very happy students
Benin

An Education volunteer in Benin: Interview with Emma Vacek

by Jim Damico

Meet Emma Vacek, an Education volunteer in Benin, as she shares her inspiring story of challenges, growth, and community impact in this insightful interview.

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The national flag of the Dominican Republic, featuring a centered white cross that divides the flag into four rectangles: the upper left and lower right rectangles are blue, while the upper right and lower left rectangles are red.
Caribbean / Dominican Republic

Your Best Info Source for Peace Corps Dominican Republic

by Jim Damico

Discover all you need to know about Peace Corps Dominican Republic! History, culture, languages, volunteer experiences, safety, and connecting with RPCVs.

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The national flag of Armenia, featuring horizontal stripes of red, blue, and orange, with the Armenian coat of arms in the center.
Armenia / Eastern Europe & Central Asia

Your Best Info Source for Peace Corps Armenia

by Jim Damico

Discover all you need to know about Peace Corps Armenia! History, culture, languages, volunteer experiences, safety, and connecting with RPCVs.

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The flag of Fiji - Peace Corps Fiji started in 1968
Fiji / Pacific Islands

Your Best Information Source for Peace Corps Fiji

by Jim Damico

Discover all you need to know about Peace Corps Fiji! History, culture, languages, volunteer experiences, safety, and connecting with RPCVs.

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A US Peace Corps Education volunteer in Montenegro on the ski slopes
Montenegro

An Education volunteer in Montenegro: An Interview with Angela-Marie

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Angela-Marie Sokpolie, an Education volunteer in Montenegro, and learn about her experiences, challenges, and the impact of her work.

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Madalyn, a volunteer in the Dominican Republic, stands with her host mother and her host mother's granddaughter
Dominican Republic

An Education volunteer in the Dominican Republic – Madalyn

by Jim Damico

Join us for an inspiring interview with Madalyn Heinle, an Education volunteer in the Dominican Republic, as she discusses her journey, challenges, and the impact of her service.

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Fiji

A Community Development Volunteer in Fiji: A Talk with Christina

by Jim Damico

Meet Christina, a Community Development 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 standing with her host mother in front of a statue in Gyumri
Armenia

An Education volunteer in Armenia: An Interview with Sarah

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Sarah, a dedicated Education volunteer in Armenia, and learn about her experiences, challenges, and the impact of her work.

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