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he Peace Corps
traces its roots and mission to 1960, when then-Senator John F. Kennedy challenged students at the
University of Michigan to serve their country in the cause of peace by living and working in developing countries.
From that inspiration grew an agency of the federal government devoted to world peace and friendship.
Since that time, more than 170,000 Peace Corps Volunteers have been invited by 136 host countries to work on issues
ranging from AIDS education, information technology, and environmental preservation.
Today's Peace Corps is more vital than ever, stepping into new countries like East Timor, working in emerging and
essential areas such as information technology and business development, and committing more than 1,000 new Volunteers
as a part of President Bush's HIV/AIDS Act of 2003. Peace Corps Volunteers continue to help countless individuals who
want to build a better life for themselves, their children, and their communities.
There's quite a bit to learn about the Peace Corpsexplore the following sections to get to know its mission, history, and
current endeavors in depth:
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Learn about the Peace Corps' three goals. |
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Stats, facts, figures and other Peace Corps information. |
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In-depth information on the countries in which Volunteers are placed. |
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Learn more about the individuals and institutions supporting Volunteers around the world. |
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Find out what Christopher Dodd, Bob Vila, and Paul Theroux have in common. |
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As needs around the world change, so does the Peace Corps. |
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A list of books about the Peace Corps experience, many written by returned Volunteers. |
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Imagine yourself in the Peace Corps with pictures from Volunteers in Guatemala, South Africa, Uzbekistan, Romania, and more. |
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View Peace Corps' new television public service announcement. |
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In 2004 the Peace Corps held a photo contest to add to its library of photos for marketing and historical uses. |
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If you think you're ready to join, you can click here to apply now.
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Peace Corps recruiters appear at information sessions,
campus and community events, and career fairs. Pick your state and find
a Peace Corps event near you.
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