Requests to NPCA Ebola Relief Fund Outstrip Donations
Since we announced it's launch last month, the NPCA Ebola Relief Fund has made good progress.
- We have passed the $10,000 mark in contributions, which continue to come in steadily.
- We have received a donation from the Chicago Area Peace Corps Association. The Northeast New York RPCVs are doing a fundraiser next month. And the RPCVs of WI-Madison raised awareness abu the Fund a farmers market. Thank you to our groups for your support!
- A simple, downloadable fact sheet on the Fund is now posted to our website.
- We've created an attractive microsite with the URL www.NPCAEbolaRelief.org.
But demand for project funding is far outstripping the amount we've raised. Thus far we have 32 project requests, totaling a need of close to $95,000. Can you help? Ebola isn't waiting, so why are you?
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White House Petition: If Not You, Who?
Thanks so much to the more than 2,500 individuals who have so far signed onto the petition urging President Obama to request increased funding for the Peace Corps in his Fiscal Year 2016 budget request to Congress. Making the case for strong Peace Corps funding begins with the President's budget request. Anyone (not just RPCVs) can sign the petition but the deadline to sign is October 21. Please click the link below, take two minutes to sign, and spread the word!
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CUNY Graduate School of Journalism offers an intensive, 16-month, multimedia focused, Master's in Journalism in NYC. A subject concentration in International Reporting is available. Peace Corps Alumni who have completed one full year of service and who enroll in the CUNY J-School will receive a special one-time recognition grant of $2,000 toward the cost of tuition and fees. The application is now live for Fall 2015. Deadline is 1/2/15. Apply today.
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Nominate an Outstanding Host Country National for the 2015 Wofford Award
A significant, unsung dividend of the Peace Corps is its transformative impact on the lives of host country nationals.
To recognize these individuals and amplify their stories, the National Peace Corps Association (NPCA) established the Harris Wofford Global Citizen Award, which honors an outstanding global leader who grew up in a Peace Corps country, whose life was influenced by the Peace Corps, and whose career contributes significantly to their nation and the world.
Nominations are now open for the 2015 award (deadline: October 31, 2014). Visit our website for information on past winners and nomination instructions. Let's honor someone from your Peace Corps country.
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NPCA Advocacy Coming to Pennsylvania
Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. West Chester and Wilkes Barre. Altoona and State College. National Peace Corps Association Advocacy Director Jonathan Pearson will be visiting twelve cities, covering most corners of Pennsylvania, starting on November 7.
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Since our early days as a training center for Peace Corps volunteers in the 1960s, SIT Graduate Institute has been preparing students to be interculturally effective leaders, professionals, and citizens. Our master's degree programs equip students with theoretical knowledge, field experience, and professional skills to help them succeed in the fields of sustainable development, international education, TESOL, peacebuilding, and conflict transformation. Full-time and low-residency programs are available. A number of scholarship opportunities are available to Returned Peace Corps Volunteers; learn more by visiting our website. |
Why I Support the National Peace Corps Association: Ken Hill
"I like that NPCA is defining itself with focus and precision."
Ken Hill knows Peace Corps. He was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Turkey, and afterwards a Peace Corps recruiter. he's been a Country Director in three countries, and held senior position at Peace Corps headquarters. And he's a former NPCA Board Chair.
Hear what he likes about today's NPCA...
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NPCA Featured Group: Friends and RPCVs of Guyana
With over 800 connected members, Friends and RPCVs of Guyana (FROG) has seen enormous success since the group's beginning in 2007. From a tote bag fundraiser to a partnership with the Guyanese ambassador, FROG's many successes are highlighted in this summary of our featured group for the month of October.
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Peace Corps Partnership Program Honors "Peace Corps for Life" Ethos
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Peace Corps Partnership Program (PCPP) --- a program that connects donors to grassroots development projects around the world.
To celebrate the PCPP's milestone, the Peace Corps hosted a ceremony and reception last night to honor longtime supporters. Among the those recognized were five NPCA member groups...
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Save the Date: Peace Corps Connect - 2015
The National Peace Corps Association and the Northern California Peace Corps Association are pleased to announce that next year's Peace Corps Connect event will take place in Berkeley, Calif. on June 5-6, 2015. Stay tuned for details!. |
 Next Step Travel - Savings for Solo Travelers
Our Next Step Travel program is already a great way to vacation with like-minded individuals who share the values of the NPCA, but now we are excited to announce our Solo Traveler Savings program.
On select Solo Traveler Savings departures, we waive the single supplement and give people traveling alone a single room at no additional cost. Making it the perfect way for singles to join a trip.
Our next Solo Savings departure is Next Step Travel: Dominican Republic departing on April 25, 2015. Join us on the Caribbean coast of the Dominican Republic for a 10-day volunteer vacation where we'll work on building a school made of discarded plastic bottles, visit serving volunteers and also have time to soak up the local culture and enjoy pristine beaches. Best of all, you'll make friends with other like-minded travelers and form friendships that will last long after the trip is over! |
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"I'm an RPCV who served in El Salvador. SPEA's unique dual master's degree in public affairs and environmental science is helping me train as a scientist incorporating a full appreciation for the related policy implications and context. Receiving a Fulbright Grant for the coming year will enable me to continue researching the effects of air pollution on children's health in Santiago, Chile."
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As one of the country's top-ranked professional public policy and planning schools, the Humphrey School of Public Affairs matches your passion with the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to advance the common good in a diverse world. The School is widely recognized for its role in examining public issues and shaping policy and planning at the local, state, national, and international levels. We offer five master degree programs, plus a Ph.D. and four professional certificates.
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WILLAMETTE UNIVERSITY MBA
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 2015. Learn more or apply now.
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The National Peace Corps Association (NPCA) offers an opportunity for you to leave a legacy of peace by naming NPCA as a beneficiary in your will, life insurance policy or IRA. This is an opportunity for you to support the values and actions of the Peace Corps well beyond your lifetime. In addition there can be significant tax advantages to making a gift to NPCA from your estate.
We recognize that writing a will and designating beneficiaries are very personal matters. Click here to learn more.
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IN MEMORIAM
Each month the National Peace Corps Association notes the passing of members of our community in our Community News blog. Read In Memoriam.
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