No More Procrastinating. Register for Peace Corps Connect: Minneapolis 2012
Maybe you've met Peace Corps people online via social media or social networking, but not in real life. Perhaps it's been years since you saw those who trained in your Peace Corps country with you. Well, now is the time to GATHER, in person, UNDER ONE ROOF and combine our collective experiences during a unique set of events just for us. Imagine the friendships you'll create with other people who "get you" and your Peace Corps history.
Savvy career advice. Thought-provoking panelists. Job networking. Exhibit Hall. RPCV Graduate Research Conference. Fresh ideas. Fun.
Can only attend for one day? Just the Saturday dinner and concert? That's okay, too. Just register early to reserve your spot. If you're coming from out of town, check out the Peace Corps community couchsurfing network for places to stay in Minneapolis.
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Update: Non-Competitive Eligibility for RPCVs
Website improvements. Workshops around the country. A federal employee roundtable. These are among the list of improvements Peace Corps is making to further promote Non-Competitive Eligibility (NCE) for returning Volunteers seeking federal employment.
Peace Corps Director Aaron Williams has responded to a joint letter from the National Peace Corps Association and the Peace Corps Employees Union concerning possible ways to strengthen the Non-Competitive Eligibility provisions for returning Peace Corps Volunteers seeking federal employment. Read this update from Director Williams and let us know your latest NCE experiences.
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Africa Rural Connect: Young Farmers Idea Contest
With just under two weeks left in the Young Farmers Idea Contest, the power to select the top ideas rests in your hands. How? Just log into the site if you've already created a profile (or sign up if you haven't!) and "endorse" the ideas you think show the most promise. You are selecting which projects receive $5,000 in seed funding. Maybe the winning idea will be implemented in your Peace Corps village. If you haven't added an idea yet, there is still time. Learn more about the contest from this Voice of America video clip below.
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Friends of Nigeria Supports WE CARE Solar
When Dr. Laura Stachel, a former obstetrician from Berkeley, California first traveled to Nigeria in 2008, she was astounded by the lack of reliable light, electricity and communication, especially in northern Nigeria's hospitals and clinics. From Nigeria, she emailed her husband, expressing her concern and desire to help. When she returned home, the couple began to build a kit using solar energy in order to provide light and electricity to African hospitals....
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The Monterey Institute of International Studies is now offering the Peace Corps Fellows program that offers a minimum annual scholarship of $12,000 plus a guaranteed internship in the local community. Fellows may earn a master's degree in the fields of international development, human rights, public administration, environmental policy, sustainable development, international trade, international business, or language teaching. Continue your impact at a community level, continue your language studies and earn a master's degree that will help you to Be the Solution. Next application deadline for spring 2013 is October 1. Learn more at http://go.miis.edu/pcfellows
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Spotlight -- Missouri RPCV Attending Peace Corps Connect: Minneapolis 2012
"Because my Peace Corps service was such a positive life-changing experience for me, I feel that it is important to help to pass on that knowledge to the new Peace Corps Volunteer recruits." These sentiments come from Frank Yates, who has stayed connected to the Peace Corps Community since his service in Ghana ended in 1976. He is the President of Friends of Ghana and is making his way from Lake of the Ozarks in Central Missouri to Minnesota at the end of June to meet up with other Returned Peace Corps Volunteers, "and to find someone to take my spot as President!" he says... |
New Service Travel Program for NPCA Members
NPCA members love to travel and to travel with a purpose.And who better to travel with than RPCVs and their friends and families! As you are reading this, our president, Kevin Quigley, is visiting sites in Guatemala and the Dominican Republic as the first stops in our new NPCA Service Travel Program.The first trips will be announced in June.Each trip will feature small group travel (up to 20), hands-on service projects, educational programs and a close-up view of the impact of volunteer service. Our trips will be operated by Terra Education, an experienced leader in educational travel for students, now expanding to offer customized adult programs.Their CEO is -- you guessed it! -- an RPCV, Andrew Motiwalla (Honduras 1996-98).(Meet Andrew and learn more at Peace Corps Connect: Minneapolis 2012.) So, check that your passport is current and start packing!We'll announce our trips first on our dedicated service travel list. |
NPCA Hits the Road for Third Goal Expos
The National Peace Corps Association and its local member groups are collaborating with Peace Corps on four Third Goal Expos in 2012. Make your plans now to stop in at one of these free events: |
Meet Your Newly Elected NPCA Board Members!
And the votes are in! We look forward to welcoming the following as your newly-elected regional representatives to the NPCA Board of Directors:
- Mid-Atlantic/Nationwide (3-year term): Kristina Owens
- Northeast (3-year term): Teresa Devore
- Upper Midwest (1-year term): Jane Bardon
- Europe, North and East Africa (3-year term): Sharon Keld
Read more about these new Board members here. They will begin their Board service at Peace Corps Connect: Minneapolis 2012 on June 29. Meet them there! A vote for your voice in the governing of NPCA is a benefit of membership. Join or renew today! Thank you for your vote. |
Mark Shriver Tweet Chat
Mark you calendar! Mark Shriver, son of Sargent Shriver, will be joining us for our weekly RPCV chat on Twitter on Friday, June 8, 12 noon EST to talk about his dad and his new book, A Good Man. Use the "hashtag" #RPCVchat to follow along!
New to Twitter and #RPCVChat? Don't worry. Here's a primer with all you need to know...
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Show your Peace Corps Pride with our new Flag!
Our online store offers a wide selection of Peace Corps and NPCA logo merchandise -- and yes, the much requested Peace Corps patch! Wearing logo merchandise is a great way to spark conversations about Peace Corps! Your purchase supports the efforts of the National Peace Corps Association. Thank you for your support! Visit the NPCA Online Store |
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The Willamette University MBA for business, government and not-for-profit management is a Peace Corps Coverdell Fellow program located in Salem, Oregon. Early career and career change formats are uniquely designed for students with specific professional goals. Through experiential learning opportunities and a full program of career services, you will refine your career objectives while having the opportunity to explore one or more areas of interest. Scholarships are available for returning Peace Corps volunteers and Coverdell Fellows. We are accepting applications for fall 2012. Learn more or apply now.
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PHOTOS FROM THE 50TH
Commemorative 50th Anniversary Photos are now on sale that will help you to remember the Landmark Weekend of Events in Washington, DC.
From the Global Leaders Panel, the Promise of the Peace Corps Gala, the March of Flags, the Arlington Amphitheater Event, and Reunions in between, there are photos of attendees that are not to be missed. Photo proceeds will directly support the work of the National Peace Corps Association.
Purchase 50th Anniversary Photos
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MADÉCASSE CHOCOLATE
Madécasse makes world-class, award-winning "bean-to-bar" chocolate in Madagascar -- where the RPCV company founders Tim McCollum and Brett Beach served. Each bar produces more than four times the economic impact of fair trade alone. Try one of their extraordinary products to benefit the NPCA's 50th Anniversary activities. Write "NPCA20" in the comment box at check out from now until September 19th and NPCA will receive 20% of the proceeds of your purchase. Proceeds will benefit the 50th Anniversary activities. Purchase Madécasse Chocolate |
SEAVEES AND J.CREW HONOR THE PEACE CORPS
The 09/61 Volunteer Plimsoll was inspired by the September 1961 passage of the Peace Corps Act. SeaVees celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Peace Corps by recreating a style from our early sixties roots.
Through an exclusive partnership with the National Peace Corps Association, SeaVees is making a donation for each pair sold to a planned Peace Corps commemorative in Washington, D.C. SeaVees is proud to partner with the NPCA and support the ideals of the Peace Corps.
Click here for the new women's plimsoll!
Click here for the men's shoe.
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