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About Senegal
Volunteers in Senegal work with their communities on locally prioritized projects in Agriculture, Environment, and Health. All Volunteers seek out opportunities to promote community economic development within their respective sectors. During their service in Senegal, Volunteers learn to speak local languages, including Fulakunda, Jaxanke, Mandinka, Pulaar du Nord, Pulafuta, Seereer, and Wolof.
Volunteer satisfaction, health, and safety
- Annual Volunteer Survey satisfaction results [PDF]
- Health and medical care summary [PDF]
- Crime, harassment, and early termination of service [PDF]
Resources
To find information about countries around the world, including social and political history, travel information, and U.S. embassy websites.
The National Peace Corps Association (NPCA)
A national group made up of Returned Volunteers. You can find links to the “Friends of” groups for most countries of service.
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