Panama

Peace Corps in Panama

There are about 200 Volunteers in Panama working with their communities on projects in agriculture, education, the environment, and health. During their service in Panama, Volunteers learn to speak local languages, including Emberá, Ngabere, and Spanish. More than 2,575 Peace Corps Volunteers have served in Panama since the program was established in 1963. 

Volunteers
Current: 200
To Date: 2575
Program Dates
1963-1971, 1990-present
Official Language
Spanish

Volunteer Openings in Panama

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English Co-Teacher and Life Skills Facilitator

Panama | Central America and Mexico
Departs by Feb. 19, 2018

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Environmental Education Volunteer

Panama | Central America and Mexico
Departs by Feb. 19, 2018

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Secondary Education English Teacher Trainer

Panama | Central America and Mexico
Departs by Feb. 19, 2018

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Current Projects in Panama

Agriculture Education Environment Health Let Girls Learn

Stories from Panama

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8 projects bringing safe, sustainable water sources to communities around the world 8 volunteer opportunities for creative types Over 10 years of hosting Peace Corps Day

Photos from Panama

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Support Projects in Panama

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Panama Country Fund

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

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