Share Your Experience as a Returned Volunteer

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Share Your Experience

Global Connections

The Global Connections program gives schools, community groups, and other organizations access to the Peace Corps network—free of charge—for presentations, pen pal exchanges, and more. This program is a key component to fulfilling the Peace Corps' third goal: to increase Americans' understanding of other peoples and cultures. Global Connections allows learners of all ages to experience different countries, languages, and traditions by connecting with a current or Returned Volunteer and their host community.

Any teacher, organization, or local club interested in connecting can submit a request form, including specific details of how they would like to shape their intercultural exchange. The educator will be contacted directly with more information to facilitate their connection. Volunteers can email [email protected] to learn more about how to participate during service.

Returned Volunteers (RPCVs) who would like to sign up as a speaker in the Global Connections program can do so through the RPCV Portal.

Presentation best practices and tips

Scoop up best practices for connecting with various age groups:

Are you participating in the Virtual Service Pilot? Read these tips for sharing about virtual service:

Sharing your VSP experience

Use these suggestions to make your presentation enjoyable and relevant for your audience:

Storytelling training, tips and tools

Storytelling is an excellent way to continue your service, show your commitment to the Peace Corps' third goal, and share the culture you encountered during service in a personal and engaging way. Watch the Storytelling Tips and Tools video to gain insight on how to find, craft, and share your Peace Corps story.

Peace Corps storytelling events at the Kennedy Center

Growing together: Stories from the Peace Corps showcases inspirational stories about the connections made by Peace Corps Volunteers, staff, and local community members through their experiences with the Peace Corps.