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Want to join the Peace Corps? This category tells you all about it. Learn what Peace Corps volunteers do to help communities around the world. Get tips to make a strong application, like writing a good essay or nailing the interview. Find out how long the application takes, from applying to training. Get the truth about common myths. Whether you’re just learning about Peace Corps or ready to apply, this category explains the hard work and rewards of volunteering abroad.

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Featured / Peace Corps

Environment Volunteers Share their Amazing Stories on Earth Day

by Jim Damico

Peace Corps Environment Volunteers share powerful Earth Day stories about working with communities to protect nature and build a greener, healthier future.

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Peace Corps

Building Bridges: Women in the Peace Corps

by Jim Damico

Explore inspiring stories of women in the Peace Corps. Celebrate the impact of these volunteers this Women’s History Month.

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Peace Corps

Black Volunteers Share Their Powerful Peace Corps Stories

by Jim Damico

Discover the powerful stories of Black volunteers in the Peace Corps who are making a global impact and fostering cultural connections through their service.

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How To / Peace Corps

How To Nail Your Peace Corps Motivation Statement

by Jim Damico

Learn how to craft a compelling Peace Corps motivation statement. Get tips on showcasing your “why,” relevant experiences, and readiness for service challenges.

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Peace Corps / Self-Care

Peer Support Network – The Power of the PCV Community

by Jim Damico

Learn about the Peace Corps Peer Support Network (PSN) that provides valuable peer mentoring and assistance for volunteers navigating the challenges of service

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Heritage in Action: Hispanic Heritage Volunteers in the Peace Corps

by Jim Damico

Discover the inspiring journeys of volunteers in the Peace Corps, in our series, ‘Heritage in Action: Hispanic Heritage Volunteers in the Peace Corps’

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Armenia / Blog / Peace Corps

Armenia Welcomes New Peace Corps Volunteers: Highlights From The Ceremony

by Jim Damico

Join us as we celebrate the swearing-in of the newest Peace Corps volunteers in Armenia, featuring speeches from leaders and a special appearance by Director Carol Spahn.

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To celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we have collected interviews for the series "Crossing Cultures: Asian American volunteers in the Peace Corps"
Peace Corps

Crossing Cultures: Asian American volunteers in the Peace Corps

by Jim Damico

Discover the inspiring journeys of volunteers in the Peace Corps, in our series, ‘Crossing Cultures: Contributions of Asian American volunteers.’

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Peace Corps / Resources

Preparing for the Peace Corps Interview Questions

by Jim Damico

You can better prepare for the Peace Corps interview if you have some idea about what kind of questions they might ask. Here is a list of possible questions.

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Country / Peace Corps

Peace Corps Welcome Books – Your Passport to the World

by Jim Damico

Download 69 free Peace Corps Welcome Books as PDFs from 2006-2017 for an insider’s view of host countries and cultures around the world.

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