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Tag: Armenia

Jorge, an Education volunteer in Armenia, with the mountains and valleys behind him
Armenia

An Education Volunteer in Armenia: A Chat with Jorge Zamora

by Jim Damico

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

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Laura, a volunteer in Armenia, with some other volunteers out on a fun day in the city
Armenia

An Education volunteer in Armenia: An Interview with Laura

by Jim Damico

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

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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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Hispanic Peace Corps volunteer, Angelica in a group photo with other volunteers in Armenia
Armenia

Hispanic Heritage in Action: Peace Corps Volunteer Angelica Miranda

by Jim Damico

Discover the inspiring journeys of Hispanic heritage volunteers in the Peace Corps, including Angelica Miranda, in our series, ‘Heritage in Action’

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Hispanic heritage volunteer, Pablo with another Peace Corps volunteer, Jorge
Armenia

Hispanic Heritage in Action: Peace Corps Volunteer Pablo Santos

by Jim Damico

Discover the inspiring journeys of Hispanic heritage volunteers in the Peace Corps, including Pablo Santos, in our series, ‘Heritage in Action’

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Harry, a US Peace Corps volunteer in Armenia, stands with his two host parents.
Armenia

Personal Growth as a Volunteer in Armenia: Harry’s Story

by Jim Damico

Join Harry Pearson, a Peace Corps volunteer in Armenia, as he shares his experiences, challenges, and rewards of working in youth development in a new country.

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Peace Corps Armenia volunteers singing the national anthem at their swearing-in
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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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Arina, an Asian volunteer with the Peace Corps serving in Armenia, sitting in front of a statue
Armenia

Arina Crossing Cultures: an Asian American in the Peace Corps

by Jim Damico

Discover the inspiring Peace Corps journeys, including Arina, an Asian volunteer, in ‘Crossing Cultures: Contributions of Asian & Pacific heritage volunteers.’

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portrait of Asian volunteer, Tenzin, who is serving in the Peace Corps in Armenia
Armenia

Tenzin Crossing Cultures: An Asian American In Armenia

by Jim Damico

Follow Tenzin Nyima’s journey as an Asian Peace Corps volunteer teaching in Armenia, navigating language barriers, community integration, and cultural exchange.

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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"
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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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My name is Jim and I am a PCV in Armenia. But I have also served in Thailand, Mongolia, and Nepal. I set up this website to help others. For more info about this site click here.

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