Paraguay

Peace Corps in Paraguay

There are 228 Volunteers in Paraguay working with their communities on projects in agriculture, community economic development, the environment, and health. During their service in Paraguay, Volunteers learn to speak local languages, including Guaraní and Spanish. More than 3,975 Peace Corps Volunteers have served in Paraguay since the program was established in 1966.

Volunteers
Current: 228
To Date: 3975
Program Dates
1966-present
Official Language
Spanish, Guaraní

Volunteer Openings in Paraguay

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Forestry Volunteer

Paraguay | South America
Departs by Sept. 20, 2017

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Protected Areas Management Volunteer

Paraguay | South America
Departs by Sept. 20, 2017

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Environmental Education Volunteer

Paraguay | South America
Departs by Sept. 20, 2017

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Paraguay is a wonderful country with many unique cultural traditions and wonderful people who will soon become part of your life. You find what you look for.

Louis Alexander

Current Projects in Paraguay

Agriculture Community Economic Development Environment Health

Stories from Paraguay

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Drama teacher reflects on World Wise Schools exchange Over 10 years of hosting Peace Corps Day 13 types of houses Volunteers call home sweet home

Photos from Paraguay

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Paraguay Country Fund

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

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