Guatemala

Peace Corps in Guatemala

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Volunteers in Guatemala work with their communities on projects in health and youth development. During their service in Guatemala, Volunteers conduct projects in Spanish and learn to speak local languages, including Ixil, Kaqchikel, K’iche, and Mam.

Volunteers
All-time: 5,269
Program Dates
1963-present
Official Language
Spanish

Volunteer Openings in Guatemala

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There are no Peace Corps Volunteer openings in Guatemala, but if you are an experienced professional, explore Peace Corps Response openings in this country and others.
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Ajkem richin k´aslem. (Kaqchikel) Cuerpo de Paz, tejedores de la vida. (Español) Peace Corps, weavers of life. (English)

Language and Culture Department , Peace Corps Guatemala

Current Projects in Guatemala

Health Youth in Development Agriculture Community Economic Development
Annual Volunteer Survey: See satisfaction results for Guatemala [PDF]

Stories from Guatemala

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5 returned Volunteers explain why it’s never too late to serve
Returned Peace Corps Volunteer meets the moment in Mexico
Not Retiring Any Time Soon: Our Service in Guatemala and Peru

Photos from Guatemala

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Support Projects in Guatemala

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Guatemala Country Fund

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

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