Peace Corps

@PeaceCorps

If you are inspired by global impact that is hands-on, grassroots-driven, and lasting—follow and get to know us.

More than 60 countries

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Born March 1, 1961

Joined September 2007

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All Peace Corps Volunteers and staff in Nepal are safe and accounted for. Peace Corps is closely monitoring the situation in Nepal following the devastating flooding. Peace Corps remains in close contact with our team in Nepal and will continue to monitor conditions. Our thoughts
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#PeaceCorps Zambia Volunteer Theo showed community members how discarded corn cobs could become charcoal briquettes. But the part that really got people interested came afterward when he used the charcoal to cook bread on a stick. The demonstration was such a hit that
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Aug 26
🏦 Law school? There’s a Coverdell for that. 💼 MBA? There’s a Coverdell for that. ❤️ Public health? 📘 Education? ⚙️ Engineering? There are Coverdell programs for those, too. Returned Volunteers have lifelong eligibility for the Coverdell Fellows program, which offers
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Aug 25
⭐ Job Title: University English Teacher 📍 Location: Kyrgyz Republic 📅 Apply by: November 15, 2026 🔗 Apply now: bit.ly/3U7Sl7K As an English Teacher, you will collaborate with staff at higher education institutions to strengthen English language instruction and
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Aug 24
“My community reminds me so much of my hometown in Texas. Everybody knows everyone, and I feel the protection and love they have for me.” — Peace Corps Guyana Volunteer Mary They say everything is bigger in Texas. For Mary, that includes a big heart for service. Read her full