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June 2015
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Kansas State University
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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June 25: Health Justice Awareness Day
The health of our Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) was among the many topics highlighted at Peace Corps Connect - Berkeley. Many RPCVs who come home facing an injury or illness stemming from their service face longstanding challenges and needs. 

Help expand this important conversation by participating in a first-ever "Health Justice Awareness Day." On June 25th, look for our community's social media presence to raise attention to the day. Even better, contact us to organize an Awareness Day event in your area over the next several weeks. Learn more and contact us at advocacy@peacecorpsconnect.org to organize an Awareness Day event in your area ... 

Peace Corps Connect - Berkeley Was Great!
There is nothing quite like a large gathering of RPCVs. There's a special spirit ... an energy. The National Peace Corps Association's (NPCA) fourth annual conference, Peace Corps Connect - Berkeley 2015 was no exception. 

On June 5-6, over 500 RPCVs came together to share stories and create connections. In the sessions and panels, topics ranged from corporate leadership to writing a memoir to climate change. And through it all, the Peace Corps experience provided the unifying thread.

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New Destination for NPCA Next Step Travel - CUBA!
We asked, you told us! 

NPCA is pleased to announce our newest destination: NPCA Next Step Travel - CubaClick here to register for the taking October 17-24, 2015 trip. Operated by Global Exchange and limited to just 25 travelers, this trip is expected to sell out quickly.

Based on responses to our recent poll of travelers and would-be travelers, NPCA Next Step Travel is expanding. We are continuing our highly-rated service travel programs in the Dominican Republic, Guatemala and Thailand operated by Discover Corps, while launching people-to-people educational travel in Cuba ... 


National Peace Corps Association and Gathr Films Launch New Third Goal Initiative

If a picture is worth a thousand words, what's the worth of a film? Or better yet, a film accompanied by meaningful discussion hosted by RPCVs? 

 

NPCA is very excited to announce a partnership with Gathr Films, an organization that brings new, innovative films and film series to theaters based on individual and community interest. This fall, Gathr Films will be working to develop a special NPCA film series which will bring internationally-themed films to RPCV communities across the country ...

 

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Wofford Award Winner Discusses Disability in D.C.

The truly inspiring story of this year's Harris Wofford Global Citizen Award winner - Berhane Daba of Ethiopia - and Long Island RPCV Mary Meyers Bruckenstein was shared at the closing awards ceremony at Peace Corps Connect.  


 
A few days later, Berhane traveled to Washington D.C. to tell lawmakers and others how an individual Peace Corps Volunteer changed the trajectory of her life -- and how she is now working to give the same life opportunities to disabled women in Ethiopia and beyond ...   

 

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More from NPCA ... 
NPCA Featured Member Group: 
North Carolina Peace Corps Association

Although small in numbers, the North Carolina Peace Corps Association has been bringing the world home to the Tar Heel State for more 20 twenty years. This month's featured group is still going strong with many projects in their community and around the world. Read more about our June featured member group.
PC Dove Earrings
So Pretty! Peace Corps Dove Earrings in the NPCA Online Store

A new addition to our store: earrings featuring the iconic Peace Corps logo dove. It's a subtle way to show your Peace Corps pride. Celebrate your connection to the Peace Corps family with Peace Corps logo apparel, stickers, flags patches, bumper stickers and more.  
Every Child Should Have Clean Water
Each month, our partner, Water Charity, is helping to bring clean water to communities around the world -- quickly, efficiently and transparently -- like this one in The Gambia. (See the portfolio of completed NPCA projects.) Want to give back to your Peace Corps country? Find a project
Support Let Girls Learn

The Peace Corps' Let Girls Learn Fund supports Volunteers working to break down the barriers to girls' education in their communities. Your tax-deductible contribution will help Volunteers improve education quality, expand education access and empower positive behavior change. Learn more

Scholarships
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.



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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Wedding Wednesday
#WeddingWednesday
RPCV wedding stories are consistently one of our more popular features, and this month's story garnered a huge response. Take a closer look on our Facebook page. 
People Are Finally Talking About The Thing Nobody Wants To Talk About
Eritrea RPCV Marni Sommer was at the center of an NPR story that really resonated with our Facebook fans. Her research focuses on why so many girl leave school in puberty. The answer she's hit upon is obvious. Read more

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