This story is as much about Virginia (Kollin) Shovlin (Nigeria 1962-1964) as it is about her son, Paul (Moldova 1996-1998) and daughter, Suzanne (Ukraine 2007-2009).

The pandemic may have inspired Peace Corps’ Virtual Service, but the pilot’s benefits and expanded opportunities suggest virtual collaboration won’t be disappearing any time soon.

Serving with the Peace Corps was my dream as I grew up in Kazakhstan.

As Peace Corps commemorated its 60th anniversary, a virtual panel discussion was held on March 3 with returned Volunteers who were personally impacted by President John F. Kennedy, who established the agency in 1961.

When Volunteers around the world were evacuated last year due to COVID-19, the Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCV) Alliance for Ukraine, quickly mobilized to provide support…

Michael Ketover, Peace Corps Ukraine's country director, tells his story of service through photos.

"My greatest challenge while in Peace Corps was being a gay person of color serving in a predominantly white and religious community."

Upon completing service, many returned Volunteers find community, comfort, and connections in Peace Corps-affiliate groups based in the United States. Alliance for Ukraine is one such group.

September 15 to October 15 is nationally recognized as Hispanic Heritage Month.

Before joining the Peace Corps, Gabriel Cortez was working full time at a restaurant in Arizona and completing his bachelor's degree at Northern Arizona University.

Volunteering with the Peace Corps isn't easy, but collaboration and inspiration can come from the most unexpected places.

Youth in development Volunteers know that individual connections create a global impact.

The Baba Yelka Project tells a story of Ukrainian culture little known to the public.

Though they represent less than 5% of the overall Volunteer population, Americans over the age of 50 are a valuable asset to the Peace Corps community.

I was 14 when the Peace Corps was founded in 1961, but even then I knew I wanted to become a Volunteer sometime in my life.

My favorite place in my town is our local produce bazaar.