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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
Know someone considering or starting their service journey? Understand how your support can make a difference.
Featured Volunteer Profile
Timothy F.
Armenia
English Teacher
Peace Corps Volunteer
"Being a Peace Corps Volunteer comes with many challenges. Suddenly, you have to integrate into a new community, learn a new language, and collaborate with others in your new community. These challenges, turned into opportunities, can reap great rewards."
Read about Timothy's experience
Featured Volunteer Profile
Dani M.
Costa Rica
Youth Development Volunteer
Peace Corps Volunteer
"What I love the most about the community I serve in is that people and relationships take precedence. I love that 'we' comes before 'me.'"
Read about Dani's experience
Featured Volunteer Profile
Chloe Y.
Eswatini
Life Skills Instructor
Peace Corps Volunteer
"The community where I am serving is very peaceful. I love my view in the morning, the many walking trails I have access to, and how relaxed and safe I feel here. I have never felt more at peace with myself and connected to my environment than I do here."
Read about Chloe's experience
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Texas City, TexasJune 24, 2026
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Houston, TexasJune 25, 2026
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