Costa Rica

Peace Corps in Costa Rica

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Volunteers in Costa Rica work with their communities on projects in community economic development, youth development, and education. During their service in Costa Rica, Volunteers learn to speak Spanish.

Volunteers
Current: 114
To Date: 3810
Program Dates
1963-present
Official Language
Spanish

Volunteer Openings in Costa Rica

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Business Advising Volunteer

Costa Rica | Central America and Mexico
Departs by March 9, 2020
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With enthusiasm, dedication, creativity, respect, resilience, perseverance, and professionalism, we aspire to make a real difference in the lives of the Costa Rican children, youth, and families who face daily hardships and are seeking a new future. I hope the stories and photos from our current volunteers featured in this website will offer insights into what it means to be a Peace Corps Volunteer in this warm and welcoming country.

Anne Braghetta, Country Director
Director's Welcome

Current Projects in Costa Rica

Community Economic Development Education Youth in Development

Stories from Costa Rica

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Mural Project Opens Doors for Student Exploration Camp Glow: Empowering Young Women Worldwide Embracing "Pura Vida": A Lesson on Community Integration

Photos from Costa Rica

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Support Projects in Costa Rica

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Costa Rica Country Fund

Contributions to the Costa Rica Country Fund will support Volunteer and community projects that will take place in Costa Rica.

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