Uganda

Peace Corps in Uganda

Volunteers in Uganda work with their communities on projects in agriculture, education, and health. During their service in Uganda, Volunteers learn to speak local languages, including Acholi, Ateso, Dhophadola, Lango, Luganda, Lugbara, Lusoga, Runyakore, and Runyoro. 

Volunteers
Current: 161
To Date: 1698
Program Dates
1964-1972, 1991-1999, 2001-present
Official Language
Swahili, English

Volunteer Openings in Uganda

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There are currently no Peace Corps Volunteer openings in Uganda.

Our students words and experiences have taught us lessons that we will carry throughout the rest of our lives.

Liz Jennings, Volunteer in Uganda

Current Projects in Uganda

Agriculture Education Health Let Girls Learn President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief President's Malaria Initiative

Stories from Uganda

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“You're still going" 5 library projects bringing books and resources to communities around the world Sweet Potato Project - Rewarding Feeling!

Photos from Uganda

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Uganda Country Fund

Contributions to the Uganda Country Fund will support Volunteer and community projects that will take place in Uganda.

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