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We’re excited to announce Peace Corps back in El Salvador! “This moment heralds a new chapter & we’re excited to renew our partnership with the people of El Salvador.” More from @PeaceCorpsDir Carol Spahn in San Salvador for the signing ceremony today:

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Yesterday @POTUS signed a National Security Presidential Memorandum, launching the Women's Global Development and Prosperity initiative. Through this initiative, the Peace Corps and other government agency partners will work together to economically empower women globally. #WGDP

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"It just makes sense for boys AND girls to be educated & involved & empowered."– @FLOTUS in Morocco #LetGirlsLearn

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Today is the Day of Remembrance of Japanese American Incarceration, the anniversary of FDR's Executive Order 9066, which ordered the internment of 120,000 people of Japanese descent, Today, we solemnly reflect to ensure that our Nation never again engages in such acts.

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Every girl deserves an education. If we #LetGirlsLearn , they can change the world. #DayOfTheGirl #IDG2015

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3 years

Yesterday, Second Gentleman of the United States Douglas Emhoff recognized #PeaceCorpsResponse Volunteers and @fema staff for advancing the nationwide vaccination effort. He thanked our volunteers for their skills & dedication. We are grateful for your support, @SecondGentleman .

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Today from 12:55 PM - 1:15 PM (EST) returned Volunteer & @NASA Astronaut @AstroAcaba will link directly with Peace Corps from the International Space Station & answer questions about STEM & life in space! Access the webinar via NASA TV: @NASAedu

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PCVs in communities 🌏🌍🌎 are helping girls stay in school during their periods #MenstruationMatters #LetGirlsLearn

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Our HQ staff loved singing along w/ @FLOTUS to 'This Is For My Girls' (benefiting #LetGirlsLearn ) on Carpool Karaoke

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Q: Who was the 1st African American woman in space & a Peace Corps medical officer? A: Mae Jemison #WomenInSTEM

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6 years

On this day in 1961, President John F. Kennedy signed Executive Order 10924 to establish the Peace Corps #PeaceCorpsWeek

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8 years

From rural Uganda to an American 4th grade class, the importance of #LetGirlsLearn is spreading across the world

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#ProjectRunwayJunior designers are helping girls around 🌎🌍🌏 receive an equal chance at an education #LetGirlsLearn

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TUNE IN: @glamourmag talks with @FLOTUS on #DayoftheGirl at 11:30am EDT: #WhenGirlsGraduate

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7 years

This week marks the 100th anniversary of our founder President John F. Kennedy's birth. Follow #JFK100 to learn about his life and legacy.

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With #LetGirlsLearn , "Peace Corps Volunteers are on the ground, getting to understand a community"– @FLOTUS #WhenGirlsGraduate #DayoftheGirl

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Follow 'MichelleObama' on @Snapchat as @FLOTUS & @PeaceCorpsDir visit Volunteers in Liberia #LetGirlsLearn

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5 years

Good morning to everyone who believes in world peace and friendship. 🌞🕊️

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9 years

Girls in Indonesia paint a world map to learn about the world. #62MillionGirls don't have that chance http://t.co/Ri2tlEud86

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These students in Lesotho have a beautiful walk to school. What a view! #WalkToSchoolDay http://t.co/QeAcopFcaj

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9 years

Together we're working to ensure all girls around the world have access to education #LetGirlsLearn http://t.co/RPwjNHo4KE

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🚀 Before Dr. Mae Jemison became the first Black woman in space in 1992, she was a Peace Corps medical officer with Peace Corps Liberia and Peace Corps Sierra Leone from 1983-85. 📷: @NASA #PeaceCorps #BHM #BlackHistoryMonth

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8 years

"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." —Nelson Mandela #WednesdayWisdom

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5 years

Every day for more than 55 years, Peace Corps Volunteers have partnered with their communities to advance women's empowerment as a pillar of development. We are excited to join @POTUS , @IvankaTrump and our partners as we work together on this important initiative. #SOTU

Ivanka Trump

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5 years

Last night @POTUS shared the historic economic gains women are experiencing in America & previewed tomorrow’s launch of our bold NEW initiative to unleash the potential of women in the developing world & in so doing, promote peace, security + prosperity for all. #SOTU Stay tuned!

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7 years

Happy #WorldTeachersDay ! Thank you to the hardworking educators helping students reach their full potential.

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9 years

PCVs and their local counterparts are doing "amazing work," says @FLOTUS : http://t.co/D5xTTMaM2j #LetGirlsLearn http://t.co/eX8INW7MoT

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7 years

When your 6-year-old neighbor is just a little too excited about #NationalColoringBookDay ... 🎨

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3 years

It’s #PeaceCorpsWeek and we’re sharing photos through our six decades of service. Today, we’re focused on the 60s. In this photo, President John F. Kennedy and Sargent Shriver, right, address journalists and Peace Corps Volunteers at the White House in 1961. #RepYourDecade

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6 years

Here at Peace Corps, we’re celebrating the achievements of our African American staff & Volunteers. Former @NASA Astronaut, Mae Carol Jemison was the first African American woman to travel in space, but before that, she was our Medical Officer for West Africa! #BlackHistoryMonth

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Peace Corps Namibia is taking #ClimateAction , recently having hosted counterparts & partners from more than 24 countries to learn new technologies & techniques to get young people involved on sustainable farming that strengthens food security & cares for the local environment.

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For #PeaceCorpsWeek2024 , tune into to @PeaceCorpsDir Carol Spahn on @RepRaskin 's Local Heroes podcast where she shares why #PeaceCorps service is one of the most transformational opportunities that opens doors for all the those who answer the call to serve. Check it out ⤵️

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From @PeaceCorps volunteer to @PeaceCorpsDir , #MD08 Local Hero Carol Spahn has promoted international solidarity and peace through an impressive career. On the Peace Corps' 63rd anniversary we salute her leadership and service.

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We're celebrating 52 years of women making a difference as @PeaceCorps Volunteers http://t.co/ylTYs6d1bg #WomensHistoryMonth #publicservice

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7 years

Today is 100th anniversary of the birth of our founder, President John F. Kennedy. Since 1961, 225K have served in 141 countries. #JFK100

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6 years

Happy #PeaceCorpsWeek ! Since 1961, more than 230,000 Americans have served in 141 countries worldwide in the name of peace and friendship.

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4 months

Peace Corps Uganda is ending the year with an awards ceremony to celebrate and recognize our dedicated, local staff members for their exceptional contributions in supporting Volunteers in the field. 🎉 🏆 #PeaceCorps #Service #Uganda

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Congrats to Peace Corps Philippines' 54 newest Volunteers! The group, sworn in by U.S. Ambassador MaryKay L. Carlson, will co-teach in public schools, support at-risk youth, and work with government partners to improve coastal resource management. #PeaceCorps #Philippines

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8 years

"You're never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read to a child." —Dr. Seuss #WednesdayWisdom

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9 years

I am a woman. I am strong. I will be educated. I will be heard. I will lead. #LetGirlsLearn http://t.co/RbojoyeCkR

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"The only way to have a friend is to be one." – Ralph Waldo Emerson #WednesdayWisdom

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9 years

WATCH: @FLOTUS & @MichellePhan talk about the importance of girls' education. http://t.co/SHoDLXshtH #LetGirlsLearn http://t.co/UrxhRydroX

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8 years

Yesterday @POTUS signed the Global Food Security Act. ~1800 Volunteers work in 43 countries to address food security

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9 years

We're proud to announce our new girls' education & empowerment initiative: #LetGirlsLearn . http://t.co/AyhI6vcbod http://t.co/HwX78XVxb0

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3 years

🎈 🎂 🎁 The Peace Corps turns 60 today! We’re taking you through the decades all week long with archival photos and more! In this photo, Peace Corps Volunteer Mike Williams teaches English in 🇰🇷 South Korea in 1977. #PeaceCorpsWeek Learn more:

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6 years

Some Peace Corps Volunteers live with host families, some live in concrete apartments, and some, like Mariah in Fiji, live in grass huts transformed into colorful oases.

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8 years

Who knew you could do coral rehabilitation as a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Philippines? (📸: @usembassymanila )

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8 years

To the women & men, friends & family, who are serving and have served in communities 🌎🌍🌏, thank you. #MemorialDay

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7 years

We've been swearing in new Volunteers all over the world this month. Welcome to the 64 new Agriculture & Agroforestry Volunteers in Senegal!

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9 years

. @FLOTUS is launching an all new #LetGirlsLearn $25m Challenge Fund to "help find the best solutions to our girls' education crisis"

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8 years

"Peace will happen not through the absence of war but through the presence of love."–Sargent Shriver

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6 years

We are thrilled to welcome the 20th @PeaceCorps Director, Dr. Jody Olsen, who was sworn in today!

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8 years

"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." —African Proverb #WednesdayWisdom

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6 years

"Get in loser, we're joining the Peace Corps." #MeanGirlsDay #October3rd

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8 years

#62MillionGirls around the world aren't in school. Millions more are fighting to stay there. #LetGirlsLearn

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8 years

”My walk home from teaching at primary school.” – Peace Corps Jamaica Volunteer

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11 months

John F. Kennedy's leadership and vision for a better world through service and friendship has made a difference to thousands and continues to influence and inspire today. Thank you, and happy birthday!🥳

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4 months

As we ring in the new year, we're looking forward to a year of impact where Volunteers, staff, and local leaders from around the world are responsive to local priorities that pave the path for sustainable change. 🎉✨ #HappyNewYear #2024 #ServeBoldly

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8 years

62 million girls around the world are not in school. Every girl deserves in education. #DayOfTheGirl #LetGirlsLearn

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6 years

From blank space to teaching tool, education Volunteer Jackie recently painted a world map mural at her school in rural Zambia.

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6 years

Are you a currently serving or returned Volunteer? Describe your service in one word.

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10 years

"Life's most persistent and urgent question is: 'What are you doing for others?'" - MLK #volunteering #publicservice

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3 years

Before Dr. Mae Jemison became the first African American woman in space in 1992, she was a Peace Corps medical officer for Liberia and Sierra Leone from 1983-85. #BHM #BlackHistoryMonth 📷: @NASA

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"Once you learn to read, you will be forever free.” - Frederick Douglass #WorldBookDay http://t.co/xhQ4SHkXWi

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4 years

┏┓ ┃┃╱╲ in ┃╱╱╲╲ this ╱╱╭╮╲╲house ▔▏┗┛▕▔ we ╱▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔▔╲ believe in the power of people-to-people connection. ╱╱┏┳┓╭╮┏┳┓ ╲╲ ▔▏┗┻┛┃┃┗┻┛▕▔

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5 years

Every day, Peace Corps Volunteers and all of us who support them wake up and spend the day working hard to make the world a better place. We're happy to be back and excited to continue sharing the work of Volunteers in 60+ countries with you.

Peace Corps - Who We Are

Every day, Peace Corps Volunteers and all of us who support them wake up and spend the day working hard to make the world a better place.Peace. It's the firs...

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#IWillSmileTodayBecause smiles have no language barrier

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"Culture is the widening of the mind and of the spirit." Jawaharlal Nehru #WednesdayWisdom

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From Panama, to Uganda, to Mozambique… Read today, every day, anywhere and everywhere. #ReadWhereYouAre

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"To learn to read is to light a fire; every syllable that is spelled out is a spark." – Victor Hugo #WednesdayWisdom

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"I took this picture of one of my learners while she was introducing the violin to her family." #SouthAfrica

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Fiji won its first ever Olympic medal at #Rio2016 – and it was a #gold ! Congratulations to the rugby sevens team!

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Peace "is our gift to each other." — Elie Wiesel (1928-2016)

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9 years

All Peace Corps Volunteers (and trainees), and staff in Nepal are safe and accounted for.

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An older boy carries a first-year student as she rings a bell, signaling the start of the school year #Ukraine

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On September 22, 1961, Congress presented President John F. Kennedy with a bill to permanently authorize the Peace Corps. JFK signed the bill into law — immediately! 🙌🎉 Here’s a photo of the President greeting Peace Corps Volunteers in the Rose Garden in 1962. #peacecorps

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"The question today is no longer whether to invest in global girls’ education but how" @FLOTUS http://t.co/rYb5t1zhJ6 #LetGirlsLearn

Michelle Obama: Let’s Ensure That Every Girl Can Learn

In The Wall Street Journal, First Lady Michelle Obama writes that an international initiative can help the 62 million young woman world-wide who are not in school.

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6 years

Calling all #CapitolHill staff and interns: join the Peace Corps and @RepGaramendi @RepJoeKennedy and @RepGarretGraves next Tuesday, July 17 from 1-2 p.m. to find out more about the hundreds of overseas opportunities that await you! #GoPeaceCorps @GoPeaceCorps

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"Peace will happen not through the absence of war but through the presence of love."–Sargent Shriver

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8 years

Why we serve: "Running for books. The moment the kids learned that the library was real & the books were for them."

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Thank you to the @SecondGentleman and @WhiteHouse for the heartfelt birthday wishes! The Peace Corps is honored to celebrate 63 years of global impact, service, and #OptimismInAction today! Learn how to put your optimism into action. 👉

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9 years

#MyLifeCouldUseMore smiles http://t.co/I6CZ8JZQqi

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4 years

Read @PeaceCorpsDir Jody Olsen's statement regarding COVID-19 and steps we’re taking to ensure the safety and security of all Peace Corps Volunteers overseas.

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5 years

📢BREAKING NEWS: Over five years after the suspension of our program in Kenya, we are pleased to announce we will re-open our doors in the East African country. Applications are now live for science, math and deaf education projects in Peace Corps Kenya. 🎉

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We are grateful to report that Peace Corps Ukraine staff are safe and accounted for following unprovoked and unjustified attacks by Russian military forces. We #StandWithUkraine and for peace.

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On #WorldPhotoDay , we're sharing some of our favorite 📷 from the archives, starting w/ a sunset shot from Micronesia

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David has 9 years of Peace Corps experience, served in 3 countries & is 76 years old! It’s never too late to serve.

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Happy 4th of July to the Peace Corps Family!

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"My work here, it is important to me, but my relationship with the locals means so much more." #Armenia

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"This happens in only 20 minutes every night and it takes my breath away every time." #Fiji

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Happy #MothersDay to the incredible moms—and host moms—who help & support our Volunteers around the world. Thank you for all that you do.

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Congratulations @HowardU for claiming the top spot among HBCUs for the 4th consecutive year with 13 current PCVs! http://t.co/jKHE0duEz4

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5 years

#Onthisday 58 years ago: the Peace Corps was formally authorized by the Congress on September 22, 1961, with passage of the Peace Corps Act. Here's the original version.

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8 years

We've always answered the call to service. Times change. We're changing... but our mission stays the same.

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6 years

Thank you @nasaedu , @hdcookees , @astroacaba , @astro_sabot , and students from around the world for participating! Stay tuned for more pictures and videos! @dcpsglobal #worldwiseschools

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Oh my goodness! Students are speaking to astronauts at the Space Station! Estamos hablando con los astronautas en el en espacio! #dcpsrising

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Watching an amazing video story from @NBCNews is a great way to celebrate our 60th anniversary. #PeaceCorpsWeek #RPCVImpact

The Peace Corps turns 60: A president's vision

On March 1, 1961, President John F. Kennedy signed an executive order creating the Peace Corps, an army of American volunteers sent to help local communities in developing countries around the world.

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9 years

Dance in the rain. #CalmYourselfIn4Words http://t.co/SzF20eDG3M

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#62MillionGirls around the world aren't in school. Every girl deserves an education. #LetGirlsLearn

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“Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?” -Martin Luther King Jr #MLKDayOfService #MLK

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“I don’t want money; I could eat well for a week w/ money. I want knowledge; w/ knowledge I can eat well my entire life & my children can eat well the rest of their lives. Peace Corps gives people knowledge & that is much better than money in my hand.”

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#ImTooOldFor the Peace Corps? Nope. Our oldest currently serving Volunteer is 87.

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6 years

Congratulations to the 21 newly sworn-in education Volunteers in Cameroon! Now that they’ve completed their pre-service training, they will teach math, science and English in their communities. Of course, they celebrated with dancing! 🕺 💃

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