Paraguay

Peace Corps in Paraguay

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Volunteers in Paraguay work 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. 

Volunteers
All-time: 4,339
Program Dates
1966-present
Official Language
Spanish, Guaraní

Volunteer Openings in Paraguay

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Community Economic Development Promoter

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Youth Health Promoter

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“Wherever you turn, you can find someone who needs you. Even if it is a little thing, do something for which there is no pay but the privilege of doing it. Remember, you don’t live in the world all of your own.”

Albert Schweitzer

Current Projects in Paraguay

Agriculture Community Economic Development Environment Health
Annual Volunteer Survey: See satisfaction results for Paraguay [PDF]

Stories from Paraguay

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From IT to the Peace Corps: A two-year wait pays off
Fostering an appreciation for Paraguay from afar
Returned Peace Corps Volunteer meets the moment in Mexico

Photos from Paraguay

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Support Projects in 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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