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Life in the Peace Corps
Want to better understand what Peace Corps service is like? Get a glimpse of a day in the life of a Volunteer who lives and works side-by-side with community members—building relationships, exchanging cultures, and helping transform lives for generations.
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Snapshots of Service
Get a glimpse of life as a Peace Corps Volunteer as they go the distance to make a difference in countries around the globe. -
Volunteer Profiles
Volunteers currently serving share stories of their day-to-day activities, opportunities, and challenges. -
Living in Country
Discover what life might look like as you immerse yourself in a new community. -
Bridging Differences
Considerations to navigating intercultural competence - including sexual, racial, religious and other identities. -
Health and Safety
Learn about programs that help Volunteers remain healthy, safe, and productive throughout service. -
Family and Friends
Know someone considering or starting their service journey? Understand how your support can make a difference.
Featured Volunteer Profile
Sam W.
Namibia
English Teacher
Peace Corps Volunteer
"I look forward to seeing my students improve their English skills. Many struggle with literacy and speak a different language at home. However, since English is Namibia's national language, learning it is extremely important for their lives and careers."
Read about Sam's experience
Featured Volunteer Profile
Dani M.
Costa Rica
Youth Development Volunteer
Peace Corps Volunteer
"What I love the most about the community I serve in is that people and relationships take precedence. I love that 'we' comes before 'me.'"
Read about Dani's experience
Featured Volunteer Profile
Molly G.
Ecuador
Youth and Families Development Promoter
Peace Corps Volunteer
"Thanks to the guidance of my community, I learned the benefit of open conversation and exchange of ideas, beliefs, and interpretations in order to better understand one another and be able to work together toward common goals."
Read about Molly's experience
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