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VIDEO: The LGBTQ Volunteer Experience

Jessica and Khayla share their story as a same-sex couple in Ecuador.
During Pride Month, the Peace Corps celebrates the contributions of LGBTQ Peace Corps Volunteers. In 2013, Peace Corps started accepting domestic partners. Peace Corps Volunteers Jessica and Khayla share their story as a same-sex couple in Ecuador.

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<p><h1>Viewpoints: The LGBTQ Volunteer Experience</h1></p>