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Volunteer Profiles
Right now, Peace Corps Volunteers are working alongside community partners all over the world to make change. Together. See what it means to serve boldly.
Featured Volunteer Profile
Emily A.
Peru
Community Economic Development Facilitator
Peace Corps Volunteer
"Coming from New York City, I really enjoy living in a small community where I can run into people who stop to ask how I am doing. It’s heartwarming to be invited into my neighbors’ homes for meaIs or to receive a scarf knitted by a student’s mother."
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Featured Volunteer Profile
Rhys P.
Paraguay
Community Environmental Conservation Volunteer
Peace Corps Volunteer
"Living alongside the San Rafael Reserve in a rural site has been my favorite part of service. Being able to walk into untouched parts of the Atlantic Forest is amazing. Being able to see native animals in their natural habitat makes me happy."
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Featured Participant Profile
Allen S.
Colombia
English Teacher
Virtual Service Pilot
"The feeling that I am helping public school teachers in Colombia gain useful skills not only in English but also in general teaching practices is incredibly fulfilling."
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