Brittney Nadler and Grace Morrissey recently departed to Sierra Leone to begin their Peace Corps journey. The two women met at a local send-off event in Chicago, where they discovered an unusual connection: they are each a triplet!
Between my experiences in Sierra Leone and Comoros, I’ve spent nearly two amazing years in Africa. I’ve still got another 9 months of service, but here are some things Peace Corps has taught me so far.
Volunteers are making a difference for people in host communities by working across Africa to prevent malaria, educate and support people who are afflicted or at risk.
Sharon Kasper Alvarado arrived in Sierra Leone in 1964 to teach children chemistry, biology, health, English, and math as an education Peace Corps Volunteer.