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 Indiana University MPA
"I'm earning a dual Master of Public Affairs-Master of Science in Environmental Science at SPEA and then will research the effects of air pollution on children's health in Chile."
-- Rebecca Ciciretti/Indiana U. MPA/MSES Candidate
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Two Weeks Away, Four Things to Know
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Our 11th annual National Day of Action is two weeks away! Here are the four things you need to know:
- Capitol Hill Registration: More than 100 advocates representing 25 states are currently scheduled to be with us March 5th. The deadline to register for our Capitol Hill activities is February 27th.
- Adopt an Advocate! Please make a donation to "adopt" an advocate from your region who is giving time and energy to be YOUR voice on Capitol Hill!
- Solidarity Events: Learn about solidarity events that are starting to pop up around the country. Or, contact us to organize an event in your area!
- Take action: Reserve just a few minutes to take action on March 5, then follow the action via Twitter with the #morepeacecorps hashtag.
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Since our early days training Peace Corps volunteers in the 1960s, SIT Graduate Institute has prepared students to be interculturally effective leaders, professionals, and citizens. Today choose from full-time or online master's degree programs in sustainable development, international education, TESOL, and peacebuilding and conflict transformation. Scholarship opportunities are available to Returned Peace Corps Volunteers. Learn more by visiting our website.
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Berhane Daba: 2015 Wofford Award Winner
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 The National Peace Corps Association is pleased to announce that the winner of the 2015 Harris Wofford Global Citizen Award is Berhane Daba of Ethiopia, president and founder of Women with Disabilities Organization.
Suffering from polio and left on the streets of Huletta at the age of five, Berhane was placed with other orphaned and disabled children in a wing of the Princess Teshai Hospital. It was Peace Corps Volunteer Mary Myers-Bruckenstein who met Berhane and saw her as a valuable and unique person, taking her into her home. There, Berhane had the opportunity to heal, attend school and share with others the skills she learned. Her determination to overcome her own obstacles drove her to provide assistance to others, and led to her establishment of the Women with Disabilities Organization in Ethiopia. Berhane has traveled the world to champion the cause of equal access for the disabled.
Berhane will accept the Wofford Award at Peace Corps Connect in Berkeley, and then travel to Washington for meetings on Capitol Hill. Stay tuned for more details about this inspiring awardee!
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NPCA, Peace Corps Joining Forces on LinkedIn
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 We've always believed that there is strength in numbers - and we've just made a big step forward in increasing ours!
As of January, the National Peace Corps Association (NPCA) and the Peace Corps have joined forces with a co-branded, co-administered Peace Corps Network LinkedIn Group. This group now serves as both NPCA and Peace Corps' official LinkedIn Group, dedicated to providing enhanced career opportunities to RPCVs. Read more
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Why We Give to NPCA: Cully and Bridget Davis
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"The Hilton" probably isn't the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the Peace Corps, but for Cully Davis, the San Francisco Hilton he sees from his office window serves as a daily reminder of where it all started.
Cully and Bridget Davis met there in 1991, during the three-day pre-departure staging event. "Seeing the Hilton," he says, "reminds me of the impact the Peace Corps experience had on our lives."
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Think Summer, Think Peace Corps Connect
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The weather outside is frightful -- but California is lovely in June!
It's not too early to register for Peace Corps Connect - Berkeley, June 5-6, 2015 in Berkeley, Californina.
NPCA and the Northern California Peace Corps Association are planning a great weekend of engaging speakers, dynamic workshops and opportunities for participants to network and share their Peace Corps stories.
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NPCA Featured Group:
Shriver Peaceworker Fellows
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Each month we spotlight one of the 140 NPCA member groups. Read more | |
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We remember those within the Peace Corps community who have died. Read more
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Great RPCV Groups Deserve Recognition!
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Nominations are open for The Loret Miller Ruppe Award, presented by the NPCA to an outstanding member group for a project or projects that promote the Third Goal of Peace Corps or continue to serve host countries, build group spirit and cooperation, and promote service. Read more | |
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Savings for Solo Travelers with Next Step Travel
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Next Step Travel is already a great way to vacation with like-minded individuals who share the values of the National Peace Corps Association, but now we are excited to announce our Solo Traveler Savings program -- we waive the single supplement and give people traveling alone a single room at no additional cost. Our next Solo Traveler Savings departure is Next Step Travel: Dominican Republic departing on April 25, 2015. Learn more
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Peace Corps Response: Education Accreditation Specialists needed in Micronesia
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Peace Corps Response is seeking five Education Accreditation Specialists to work for 12 months with the Chuuk State Department of Education in the Federated States of Micronesia. A master's degree in education, a minimum of 10 years of experience as a school administrator, and 20 years overall professional experience are required. Read more
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Age is No Barrier: Nominate an Outstanding 50+ RPCV
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Peace Corps staff, returned Peace Corps Volunteers and RPCV groups are invited to nominate RPCVs for the 2015 Lillian Carter Award.
Nominees must have served in Peace Corps as a senior (age 50+) and shown a demonstrated commitment to the Peace Corps' third goal. Read more
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Scholarships for RPCVs?
Yes, Please
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Making your plans for graduate school? Join the nine NPCA members who earned over $80,000 in scholarships in 2014. More opportunities were just added. Check out the generous scholarships available exclusively to NPCA members. Before you send in your application, learn more here. | |
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Show Your Peace Corps Pride
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There's no better way to meet RPCVs than by wearing the logo. And what's more, Peace Corps Week is just around the corner. Shop the NPCA Online Store today. | |
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