Peru

Peace Corps in Peru

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Volunteers in Peru work with their communities on projects in community economic development, health, and youth development. During their service in Peru, Volunteers learn to speak local languages, including Quechua and Spanish.

Volunteers
Current: 188
To Date: 3751
Program Dates
1962-1974, 2002-present
Official Language
Spanish, Quechua, Aymara

Volunteer Openings in Peru

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There are no Peace Corps Volunteer openings in Peru, but if you are an experienced professional, explore Peace Corps Response openings in this country and others.
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Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness.

Mark Twain

Current Projects in Peru

Health Community Economic Development Youth in Development

Stories from Peru

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5 education positions you can apply for today with Peace Corps Response! Saving the world (literally): 7 Volunteers reflect on the work they and their communities have done to protect the environment Service with City Year prepared me for challenges, adventure and joy in the Peace Corps

Photos from Peru

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Support Projects in Peru

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Peru Country Fund

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

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Guinea Pig Production Chain Improvement
Amy Gaito
Volunteer from Delaware

The Guinea Pig Production Chain Improvement and Strengthening Project proposes taking advantage of the existing custom of raising guinea pigs …

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