Zambia

Peace Corps in Zambia

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Volunteers in Zambia work with their communities on projects in agriculture, education, environment, and health. During their service in Zambia, Volunteers learn to speak local languages, including Bemba, Chitonga, Lenje, Kaonde, Lunda, Mambwe-Lungu and Nyanja.

Volunteers
All-time: 2,415
Program Dates
1994-present
Official Language
English

Volunteer Openings in Zambia

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Maternal, Child Health and HIV/AIDS Educator

Departs no earlier than Mid 2022
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Secondary Education English Teacher-TEFL Certificate

Departs no earlier than Mid 2022
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"If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping in a room with a mosquito."

African Proverb

Current Projects in Zambia

Agriculture Education Environment Health President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief President's Malaria Initiative Feed the Future
Annual Volunteer Survey: See satisfaction results for Zambia [PDF]

Stories from Zambia

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One returned Volunteer’s journey to raise awareness in his community
How to gain experience for the Peace Corps
Saving cattle with a dip tank

Photos from Zambia

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Support Projects in Zambia

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Zambia Country Fund

Contributions to the Zambia Country Fund will support Volunteer and community projects that will take place in Zambia.

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