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Country

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.

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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US Peace Corps volunteer in Peru, Thomas in a suit at his swearing-in
Peru

A Health volunteer in Peru: An interview with Thomas

by Jim Damico

Meet Thomas Roberts, a Health volunteer in Peru, as he shares his inspiring story of challenges, growth, and community impact in this insightful interview.

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PeaceWorks Is Showing The Way For PCV-Run Publications

by Jim Damico

Learn how PeaceWorks in Morocco is showing the way for PCV-run publications, offering a creative outlet for Peace Corps volunteers through a digital platform.

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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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AJ, a US Peace Corps volunteer in Armenia, standing looking over the city
Armenia

An Education volunteer in Armenia: An interview with AJ

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of AJ Miguel, a dedicated Education volunteer in Armenia, and learn about his experiences, challenges, and the impact of his work.

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Joseph, a Peace Corps volunteer in El Salvador, in a local restaurant with another man and eating flatbread
El Salvador

A Youth Development volunteer in El Salvador: A chat with Joseph

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Joseph Bleyer, a dedicated Youth Development volunteer in El Salvador, and learn about his experiences, challenges, and the impact of his work.

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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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A volunteer in Botswana sits beside a JICA volunteer eating a plate of traditional food at an event the JICA volunteer was hosting.
Botswana

A Health Volunteer in Botswana: A chat with Carter Gilbert

by Jim Damico

Meet Carter Gilbert, a Health volunteer in Botswana, as he shares his inspiring story of challenges, growth, and community impact in this insightful interview.

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Alma, a US Peace Corps volunteer in Cambodia in a group picture with some of her co-teachers
Cambodia

An Education volunteer in Cambodia: An interview with Alma

by Jim Damico

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

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Moldova

A Community Development volunteer in Moldova: A Talk with Ella

by Jim Damico

Discover the journey of Ella, a dedicated Community Development volunteer in Moldova, and learn about her experiences, challenges, and the impact of her work.

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