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"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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Ralph Bolton Wins 2015 Sargent Shriver Award
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The Sargent Shriver Award for Distinguished Humanitarian Service is awarded by the National Peace Corps Association to Returned Peace Corps Volunteers who continue to make a sustained and distinguished contribution to humanitarian causes at home or abroad, or are innovative social entrepreneurs whose actions will bring about significant long-term change.
This year's winner is Ralph Bolton (Peru 1962-1965) in recognition of his creation and operation of The Chijnaya Foundation, a nonprofit that addresses the needs of poor communities in the Altiplano (high plain) region of Southern Peru.
Read more about Ralph Bolton
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Come Early for Peace Corps Connect - Berkeley
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In conjunction with Peace Corps Connect, Peace Corps is hosting a West Coast Career Conference, June 2-3, 2015. Open only to Returned Peace Corps Volunteers, you'll learn in-depth strategies to make yourself stand out from other job-seekers. Then put those networking skills to use as you meet fellow RPCVs from every generation. We promise you'll be inspired!
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Berhane Daba to Speak at Peace Corps Connect
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This year's recipient of the Harris Wofford Global Citizen Award is Berhane Daba of Ethiopia. As president and founder of Ethiopian Women with Disabilities National Association (EWDNA), she works to empower women with disabilities with the skills and confidence they need to become economically independent. Daba advocates for equal access so that they can reach their full potential--and she understands these obstacles because she has conquered them herself.
Read more about Berhane Daba's inspiring story
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Afghanistan, Wisconsin-Madison Groups Win 2015 Ruppe Award
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The winners of the 2015 Loret Miller Ruppe Award for Outstanding Community Service are Returned Peace Corps Volunteers of Wisconsin-Madison and Friends of Afghanistan. The Loret Miller Ruppe Award, named for the revered 10th Director of the Peace Corps, is presented to an outstanding member group for a project or projects that promote the Third Goal of Peace Corps, foster group spirit and cooperation, and promote service or continue to serve host countries.
Read more about the projects that made these groups winners
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Peace Corps Mappers Create Maps for Cyclone Disaster Relief
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Recently, through the wonders of technology, Vanuatu Peace Corps Volunteers and trainees were linked to a roomful of Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) half a world away for a collaborative "mappy hour" event at Peace Corps headquarters. Together, they created digital maps of Vanuatu, Tuvalu and Kiribati's inhabited islands for use in disaster relief and rescue efforts using OpenStreetMap, an online wiki map of the world.
Read more about Peace Corps crisis mapping
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Culture Change at the Peace Corps: Sexual Assault
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Earlier this month, Peace Corps Director Carrie Hessler-Radelet took part in a panel discussion at the Center for Strategic and International Studies on changing the culture at the Peace Corps to better support Volunteers who experience, witness, or report sexual assault. NPCA, which has worked on this important issue, and attended the event.
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NPCA Featured Member Group:
Friends of Burkina FasoWith more than 25 years experience as a group, Friends of Burkina Faso has an abundance of knowledge, experience, and ideas when it comes to Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) staying connected to their country of service. From development projects to potlucks, our April featured member group is a dynamic bunch that deserves recognition. Take a look!
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Don't Forget to Vote!
- Northeast: Ruth Senchyna
- Mid-Atlantic and Nationwide: Randolph (Randy) A. Adams
- Europe, North and East Africa: Linda Stingl
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SAVE THE DATE: Health Justice For Peace Corps Volunteers Awareness Day
Planning is underway to designate June 25 as Health Justice For Peace Corps Volunteers Awareness Day. The purpose is to increase awareness and support within the Peace Corps community for those who face challenges due to illness or injuries suffered during their Peace Corps service. If you'd like to learn more or get involved, contact NPCA Advocacy Director Jonathan Pearson.
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COMMUNITY NEWSRead about the recent professional and community service activities by returned Peace Corps Volunteers and former Peace Corps staff. Read more
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IN MEMORIAMFrom music and animals to foreign languages and nature, the members of the Peace Corps Community that we lost in February were a talented group. Read more
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Scholarships for RPCVs? Yes Please!Making your plans for graduate school? Join the nine NPCA members who earned over $80,000 in scholarships in 2014. Check out the generous scholarships available exclusively to NPCA members. Before you send in your application, learn more here.
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Start Them Young!It's never too early to instill Peace Corps pride! Celebrate your connection to the Peace Corps family with Peace Corps logo apparel, stickers, flags patches, bumper stickers and more.
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Next Step Travel
Respectful hyper-local immersion in developing countries: 360-degree "anti-tour" itineraries that combine unparalleled local access, cultural immersion, non-extreme adventure, and hands-on volunteer opportunities that open pathways for connection with local people. Learn more |
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Need a Job? Want to Hire an RPCV?
Visit our job site to see employers who are looking to hire RPCVs. Learn more
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