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Share Your Experience

Did Peace Corps service change you? Pass along that transformative power: There are countless ways to share your service story and achieve the Peace Corps' third goal.

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:

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

Storytelling training, tips and tools

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Why are stories compelling and powerful?

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

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Growing together: Stories from the Peace Corps (2024)

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.

Activity ideas and lesson plans

Bring some items from your country of service to share with your audience!

Using technology for your exchange:

Interested in facilitating a pen pal exchange? Read these tips for guidance:

Plan an international festival or film screening:

Templates, tools, and resources

Other ways to share

Be a blogger

Write a blog post to share your service story and pass along what you learned.