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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
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Featured Volunteer Profile
Lydia H.
Zambia
Linking Income Food and Environment (LIFE) Volunteer
Peace Corps Volunteer
"At the end of my first week in the village, I received the name Miyanda in the local language, Chitonga, which translates to "roots” ... they said it was symbolic for the way the community and I would be rooted together as we grow in the next two years."
Read about Lydia's experience
Featured Volunteer Profile
Markey C.
Rwanda
Education and Health Volunteer
Peace Corps Volunteer
"The Peace Corps was my launching pad to start The Women’s Bakery, a social enterprise that empowers women and nourishes communities."
Read about Markey's experience
Featured Volunteer Profile
Declan T.
Fiji
Community Economic Development Facilitator
Peace Corps Volunteer
"My friends in the village love to help, and love to hone my potential, in the same way I’m here to help them hone their potential in business. Bidirectional learning is fundamental to this experience."
Read about Declan's experience
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