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Still the Toughest Job You’ll Ever Love 🕊️ .The work is demanding. It requires you to adapt, to listen, to earn trust over time. It requires patience and grit. It'll test you, and you will rise to the challenge..As we build toward our 8,000 Volunteers in service by 2030 goal, we're thrilled to announce the launch of our new nostalgia-themed recruitment campaign. Sixty-five years in, and the Peace Corps is still the toughest job you'll ever love..Read the full press release by clicking the link in bio..If you served, share this post and tag us..#PeaceCorps #ToughestJob #PeaceCorps65 by @peacecorps

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There’s a world of opportunity out there — beyond the typical 9 to 5..A place where purpose and grit come together. Where the American spirit and ingenuity are welcomed in communities that could truly use your skills and experience..We’re talking about the Peace Corps. For 65 years, Volunteers have been living and working in communities in 144 countries to develop and implement projects that address locally identified and prioritized needs in Agriculture, Community Economic Development, Education, Environment, Health, and Youth in Development..See why after 65 years, the Peace Corps is still the toughest job you’ll ever love..Learn more by clicking the link in bio..#PeaceCorps #ToughestJob #PeaceCorps65 by @peacecorps

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🕊️ It's Peace Corps Week!.For 65 years, Americans have left home to live and work in communities around the world. Close to 250,000 have served. .They have taught in rural classrooms. 📘 Supported health outreach. ❤️ Worked alongside farmers and small business owners. 🌾 Sat at kitchen tables learning new languages late into the night. 🗣️ .The Peace Corps has changed since 1961, but the mission has not. This week, we’re kicking off our 65th year with a nod to those committed to the idea that peace can be built through service, partnership, and shared understanding. .If you are a Returned Volunteer, you are part of this history. If you are considering Peace Corps service, this is your time. peacecorps.gov.#PeaceCorps #PeaceCorps65 by @peacecorps

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⭐ Job Title: English and Leadership Educator📍 Location: Mongolia📅 Apply by: November 15, 2026🔗 Apply now by clicking the link in bio.As an English and Leadership Educator, you will work alongside Mongolian teachers to strengthen English instruction. You’ll support extracurricular activities, creating rich opportunities for students to practice English and build confidence and leadership skills. Your efforts will help young people become active, capable members of their communities while contributing to the country's long-term growth and stability..#PeaceCorps #PeaceCorpsMongolia #ToughestJob by @peacecorps

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Peace Corps Invitees find out their country assignment when they receive their invitations, but when do they learn where within that country they'll live and work? 🕰️ Click the link in bio and read our latest blog to learn how community placements work. 🕊️.#PeaceCorps #ToughestJob by @peacecorps

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Making Math More Accessible for Deaf Students 🧮.U.S. Department of Education research found that secondary students with hearing impairments were more than eight times as likely to score in the “very low” range on applied math problems—17% compared with 2% of the general population. (National Longitudinal Transition Study-2, 2011). That gap is why this work matters..In Ghana, Deaf Education Volunteer Jim is working alongside educators to make math easier to understand and enjoy. Hit ▶️ to learn a fun math magic trick. 🪄 .Use your skills to expand access to education. Explore opportunities at peacecorps.gov..#PeaceCorps #PeaceCorpsGhana #ToughestJob by @peacecorps

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Swipe through and read where service led these Returned Peace Corps Volunteers. ➡️ by @peacecorps

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Nearly 200 Returned Peace Corps Volunteers joined us for an RPCVunion at Peace Corps Headquarters last week..Thank you for coming back and spending the evening with us. Seeing so many of you together was a proud reminder that 65 years later it’s still the toughest job you’ll ever love..Click the link in bio to check out benefits and resources available to RPCVs..#PeaceCorps #ToughestJob by @peacecorps

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Acting Director Signs Letter of Intent to Reestablish Peace Corps Program in Solomon Islands 🕊️ .Acting Peace Corps Director Christopher Landau and Prime Minister Matthew Wale signed a non-binding letter of intent expressing mutual interest in reestablishing a Peace Corps program in Solomon Islands..After the signing ceremony, leadership met with Prime Minister Wale at Peace Corps Headquarters to discuss next steps. The Peace Corps will follow its established processes for re-opening a country program, carefully considering host government priorities, the health and safety of Volunteers and staff, available agency resources, and alignment with Administration objectives..Between 1971 and 2000, more than 700 Volunteers collaborated with Solomon Islands community members on education, community development, and health initiatives. .#PeaceCorps #ToughestJob by @peacecorps

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The Peace Corps fit for you may be somewhere you haven’t considered. 🗺️ .Applying to serve where you’re needed most gives our placement team room to match your skills and life experience with a volunteer opening. See how your preferences factor in and what comes next by clicking the link in bio and reading our latest blog..#PeaceCorps #ToughestJob by @peacecorps

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54 new trash stands have been built in Samoa, with 80 more planned. ♻️ .@PeaceCorpsSamoa Peace Corps Samoa Environment Volunteer Tasi brought his design and fabrication skills to the effort and worked alongside community partners to create the stands. Waste management can be especially challenging for island communities with limited land and infrastructure. These stands are designed to reduce roadside dumping and open burning..Ready to serve in the Pacific Islands? Apply to Tonga, Vanuatu, or Palau today by clicking the link in bio..#PeaceCorps #ToughestJob by @peacecorps

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How Peace Corps Volunteers around the world celebrated America’s 250th 🇺🇸.In Panama, the Fourth looked like a hot dog filled with candy. In Kyrgyz Republic, it sported a football helmet. In Thailand, it donned a paper hat and beard..Volunteers shared a part of the United States in 60+ countries this Fourth while building memories and impact with others. That is a practice worth carrying into America’s next 250 years. 🌍.Help us reach our goal of 250 donations this July to support Peace Corps projects by clicking the link in bio..#PeaceCorps #Giving4th #America250 #ToughestJob by @peacecorps

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