Peace Corps

Overview

The Peace Corps is an independent agency of the United States government, established in 1961 by President John F. Kennedy. Its mission is to promote world peace and friendship through volunteer service. The organization recruits American volunteers to assist in the development efforts of partner countries worldwide, focusing on areas such as education, health, agriculture, entrepreneurship, environmental protection, women's economic empowerment, and community development.

Volunteers, typically American citizens with college degrees, undergo three months of training before serving for at least two years abroad. They work closely with local communities, learning languages and customs to foster mutual understanding. Since its inception, over 240,000 Americans have served in 142 countries, contributing to various projects that build local capacity and promote intercultural exchange. The Peace Corps emphasizes sustainable impact through long-term relationships and cultural immersion, continuing its legacy of service and international cooperation.

Basic Information

Contact Details

• Phone: +1 855-855-1961
• Website: peacecorps.gov
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/peace-corps

Key Focus Areas & Initiatives

• Volunteer service programs
• Sustainable development
• Education outreach
• Health initiatives abroad
• Agriculture techniques and development
• Entrepreneurship support
• Environmental conservation projects
• Women's economic empowerment
• Community development
• Youth development
• Food security
• International relations and cooperation
• Diversity and inclusion
• Global citizenship education
• Capacity building and training
• Digital literacy initiatives
• Cross-cultural exchange
• Partnership development
• Impact assessment and measurement
• Volunteer training and support

Technologies Used

• Amazon AWS
• Amazon SES
• CloudFlare CDN
• CloudFlare Hosting
• Microsoft Office 365
• Outlook
• Route 53