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About Peace Corps in Colombia
Volunteers in Colombia work with their communities on locally prioritized projects in Education and Community Economic Development sectors. During their service in Colombia, Volunteers learn to speak Spanish.
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About Colombia
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Living Conditions in Colombia
Living arrangements can vary. Find out about the access you'll have to modern communications and more. -
Packing Guidance for Colombia
Learn more about how to pack appropriately and meet weight limits on checked baggage. -
Stories From Colombia
Read stories from Volunteers about what it's like to live and work. -
Projects in Colombia
Learn about the different projects underway.
Peace Corps Colombia is seeking to engage the local market.
See available contracts and vacancies.
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Opportunities in Colombia
Peace Corps Volunteer
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Peace Corps Response
Virtual Service Pilot
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Photo gallery
Volunteer Dana teaches English to students in a city on the north coast of Colombia.
Students rush up the stairs at a Colombian school where Volunteers teach English and carry out other projects.
A Volunteer helps lead students in physical activities at a Colombian school.
Boys have fun on a break from the classroom at a Colombian school where Volunteers teach English and carry out other secondary projects.
Education Volunteer Natalie stands by a colorful mural in Colombia.
Volunteer Nathan teaches English for local entrepreneurs involved in the growing tourist trade in northern Colombia. As a secondary project, Nathan runs a group to foster boys' and young men's leadership skills.
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Featured Participant Profile
Allen S.
Colombia
English Teacher
Virtual Service Pilot
"The feeling that I am helping public school teachers in Colombia gain useful skills not only in English but also in general teaching practices is incredibly fulfilling."
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Featured Volunteer Profile
Soledad G.
Colombia
TEFL Volunteer
Peace Corps Volunteer
"One of the most important things I have learned from my community is how people can come together to make things happen. Be it a party, an event at school, or a family needing help, my community has shown me how easy it is to accomplish monumental tasks."
Read about Soledad's experience
Featured Volunteer Profile
Kevin M.
Colombia
Community Economic Connector
Peace Corps Volunteer
"I didn’t consider myself a decent dancer before serving, and it was something I felt self-conscious about. I can comfortably say that fear has faded now; I’m surrounded by locals for whom it comes so naturally and I can learn from them without judgment."
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