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.
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…
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.
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.
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.