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Peace Corps in the Philippines

Volunteers in the Philippines work with their communities on locally prioritized projects in Education, the Environment, and Youth in Development. During their service in the Philippines, Volunteers learn to speak Tagalog and local languages, including Bikol-Naga, Bikol-Albay, Cebuano, Hiligaynon, Ilokano, Kinaray-a, Sorsoganon, Tuwali, and Waray.

Volunteers
Current: 39
All-time: 9,314
Program Dates
1961-1990, 1992-present
Official Language
Filipino, English

Volunteer Openings in Philippines

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There are no Peace Corps Volunteer openings in Philippines, but if you are an experienced professional, explore Peace Corps Response openings in this country and others.
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Peace Corps in the Philippines -- 7,100 islands and as many ways to make a lasting and measurable difference.

Current Projects in Philippines

Education Environment Youth in Development
Annual Volunteer Survey: See satisfaction results for Philippines [PDF]

Stories from Philippines

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Reclaiming language in Northern Luzon
A returned Volunteer reconnects with his ancestry through Virtual Service
U.S. Peace Corps Hosts Nationwide Study Tour on Philippine Best Practice in Disaster Risk Reduction and Early Warning Systems

Photos from Philippines

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Support Projects in Philippines

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Philippines Country Fund

Contributions to the Philippines Country Fund support sustainable, community-driven Peace Corps Partnership Program (PCPP) projects in the Philippines that are …

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