Rural Agricultural Development Authority's (RADA) Alisha Anderson was an obvious choice for Peace Corps Jamaica when it came to identifying Virtual Service counterparts. Alisha served in various roles during her impressive 22 years at RADA, equipping the agriculturalist with a versatile repertoire that enables her to adapt and overcome challenges with ease.

In my hour of frustration, the answer to the question, “Why am I here?” became evident.

Peace Corps service can help you launch your career. Whether you are one month post-service or 10 years, there are many benefits, tools, and resources available to returned Volunteers.

In rural Jamaica, one Environment Volunteer shows her young women's group that self-care can build confidence, inner strength, and sisterhood.

February is nationally recognized as African American History Month.

One year ago, Colin Kaepernick unveiled a campaign alongside Nike commemorating the 30th anniversary of the brand’s iconic slogan. The ad featured a black and white close-up of Kaepernick’s face with the words, “Believe in something. Even if it means sacrificing everything.”

Our approach to development centers on people-to-people connection.

As a Peace Corps Volunteer who uses art to understand the world, I have been drawn to Caribbean art from the beginning.

Read below the tales of two volunteers, Jennifer O. and Loren R., as they work alongside Jamaican women to improve livelihoods and broaden job skills.

America’s motto “E Pluribus Unum,” translates from Latin as “From Many, One,” and echoes Jamaica’s national motto, “Out of Many, One People”. This is more than mere coincidence, as both nations harbor a rich diversity and multicultural heritage.

Camp Respect was born in 2016 out of a desire to reach young men in Jamaica.

I love the core message of the Peace Corps, spreading peace and friendship. I am also passionate about working with children and learning about different cultures. 

I first set foot on Jamaican soil on August 1, 1976, living and working in St. Mary until June 1, 1978. I did not return to the island until 38 years later. 

I was fortunate to grow up with Ghanaian immigrant parents who are now citizens of the United States. As a child, they taught me the strict values of what it takes to be a good man. 

Ask any Peace Corps volunteer, and they will tell you that the process of getting ready to leave the U.S. and live abroad for 27 months in a developing country is a stressful time.