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From now until Halloween, we’re logging miles together on My Virtual Mission. Walk, run, swim, or roll at whatever pace works for you, and track your miles by syncing your fitness tracker or entering them by hand. Register here before it's too late: bit.ly/RPCVFITNESSCHALLENGE2…
Explore the diverse ways RPCVs are involved in politics and civic engagement. This resource is intended to raise awareness and highlight participation across the political spectrum, not to endorse any candidate, party, or political agenda. Read more: peacecorpsconnect.org/rpcvs-…
Earlier this month, residents of Ashby Ponds gathered to commemorate the 65th anniversary of the Peace Corps. The event featured remarks from Virginia Delegate @SinghforVA and Carla Brown, our CEO.
What are you doing this fall to celebrate? List your event in the comments!
A teacher. A student. 35 years later. ⚽🏆
The Longest Extra Time tells a story of friendship, the lasting impact of Peace Corps service, and an unforgettable World Cup reunion decades in the making: Read more: peacecorpsconnect.org/the-lo…
Let's celebrate! On October 8, the Peace Corps achieved the historic milestone of placing its 250,000th Peace Corps volunteer into service with the latest Cambodia cohort. Read more: peacecorps.gov/about-the-age…
From International Affairs and Sustainable Development to Energy & Environment and Law & Economics, WorldView’s Guide to Graduate School explores program areas that can help Returned Peace Corps Volunteers turn their experience into their next step: peacecorpsconnect.org/gradua…
What’s one thing you packed that you couldn’t live without during your Peace Corps service? Comment below!
To continue celebrating 65 years of the Peace Corps, we’re excited to introduce new countries of service merch featuring Malaysia, Nepal, Niger, Peru, Sierra Leone, and Solomon Islands! Shop the collection: pathwaytopeacecorps.com/coun…
After more than a quarter century, Peace Corps Volunteers are preparing to return to Solomon Islands. The first new group is expected in early 2028, with education as the initial focus and local community priorities guiding their work.
Read the story: peacecorpsconnect.org/back-t…
NPCA celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15–Oct. 15, with RPCV Jeannette Sanchez, whose Peace Corps service in Guyana deepened her pride in her Mexican heritage and identity. Read more: peacecorpsconnect.org/hispan…
New Politics Academy, Service Year Alliance, National Peace Corps Association, and the National Museum and Center for Service are teaming up around a shared belief that those who have already served are uniquely equipped to lead. Join on Oct. 22: newpoliticsacademy.org/event…
National Peace Corps Association retweeted
#NEST4US #COO #EshaVenkat spoke on the @pcorpsconnect "Reimagining #Career Pathways" #panel to hundreds of #RPCVs & #leaders! 🎤 Our takeaway: #service teaches the #skills, #tools & #values crucial for future #jobs. Huge #thankyou to #PeaceCorpsConnect! 💜 nest4us.org
Remembering Peter Max (1937–2026)
His bold, vibrant artwork helped define a generation — and brought his unmistakable vision to the Peace Corps, imagining a world shaped by connection, optimism, and peace. Read our feature on Max’s Peace Corps poster: peacecorpsconnect.org/poster…
For 65 years, Peace Corps has connected people worldwide. Senator @CoryBooker (D-NJ) and House Delegate Congresswoman @RepAmata (R-AS) call on Congress to support Concurrent Congressional Resolutions honoring PCVs. Contact your legislators to sign on: bit.ly/take-action-2026
Celebrating 65 Years of the Peace Corps! 🕊️
To mark this milestone, Rep. John Garamendi, Rep. Amata Radewagen, and Sen. Cory Booker are supporting resolutions honoring 65 years of Peace Corps service.
Help build Congressional support! Take action: peacecorpsconnect.org/concur…
It is vital to preserve the rich cultural heritage Kennedy and Johnson initiated, Edward Durell Stone designed, and artists from around the world have brought life and meaning to. Preserve the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
peacecorpsconnect.org/nation…
Summer may be over, but the memories remain. đź“·
Complete the sentence: “My Peace Corps summer wouldn’t have been complete without ____.”
Comment below!
For decades, Peace Corps Volunteers have explored community mapmaking around the world. Revisit “The Map Makers” from WorldView magazine and discover how maps can become tools for learning, connection, and seeing the world a little differently: peacecorpsconnect.org/a-matt…
