About North Macedonia

Peace Corps/North Macedonia

Peace Corps was established in North Macedonia in 1996 by invitation of the Government of North Macedonia. Since then, more than 976 Volunteers have worked with schools, local municipalities, civil society organizations, and public institutions to meet the diverse needs of communities throughout the country.

In exploring various programming opportunities, government officials in North Macedonia and Peace Corps staff determined that an English Education project targeting English language learning, interactive teaching methods, and the use of new technologies would meet the nation’s growing demand for English language competence and have great potential for enhancing the capacities of the local education system.

Since 1996, Volunteers have been working in primary and secondary public schools throughout the country with an emphasis on rural and marginalized communities. Additionally, Peace Corps is committed to supporting the Government of North Macedonia’s efforts to mainstream special needs students in the school system. Volunteers are strengthening the capacity of local staff and developing programs and activities with beneficiaries and parents.

In 2005, Peace Corps/North Macedonia initiated a Community Development program to assist public institutions, community groups, and NGOs in strengthening their capacity to develop and implement sustainable programs and activities.

As an acknowledgment of the importance of Peace Corps' work and the dedication of Volunteers and staff, the President of North Macedonia awarded Peace Corps with the Order of Merit for North Macedonia in 2014. Peace Corps North Macedonia has active memoranda of understanding with the Ministry of Education and Science, Ministry of Local Self Government, Bureau for Development of the Education, and key NGO networks.

Requesting a Volunteer

Peace Corps North Macedonia is currently receiving applications from NGOs, schools, and other institutions who are interested in hosting a Volunteer. Please review information in this document:

Call for Applications for U.S. Peace Corps Volunteers 2026

If your organization or community group is interested in working with a Peace Corps Volunteer in 2026-2028:

1. Read the information in the call and the homestay family flyer (Macedonian and Albanian version)
2. Fill out the Volunteer Request Form 2026 (If you would like to look at an application in your local language as reference, please check out the following applications in Macedonian and Albanian.)

If you have any questions regarding the application reach out to us at:

[email protected]

The deadline for submissions is March 30, 2026.

If you are interested to become a host family by hosting a Volunteer in your home apply here.

Annual report

For more information about our activities, please see these resources:
Annual Report 2020
Annual Report 2021
Annual Report 2022

Volunteer satisfaction, health, and safety

• Annual Volunteer Survey satisfaction results [PDF]
• Health and medical care summary [PDF]
• Crime, harassment, and early termination of service [PDF]

Partners

Since the start, Peace Corps/North Macedonia has collaborated closely with many national government partners and national organizations and networks. These national partners support our implementation of the project plans for our English and Special Education and Community Development programs.

Ministry of Education and Science

Since 1996, we have been working with the Ministry of Education and Science to improve English language education in North Macedonia. Peace Corps Volunteers work with local teachers in primary and secondary schools across the country.

Bureau for Development of Education

The Bureau provides knowledge and expertise to Peace Corps trainings and supports the promotion of the Peace Corps among the English teachers.

Ministry of Local Self-Government

Since 2005, we have been working with the Ministry of Local Self-Government to support community development initiatives in North Macedonia. Volunteers serve in local municipality offices throughout the country.

National Red Cross Macedonia

The Red Cross and Peace Corps both share a focus and commitment to increase the capacities of youth through youth clubs. Peace Corps Volunteers work in local Red Cross branches across the country.

National Youth Council of Macedonia (NYCM)

We work with the NYCM to support the training and placement of Peace Corps Volunteers with youth-focused organizations.