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March 2021: National Days of Advocacy Go Virtual

Last spring National Peace Corps Association delivered advocacy materials to every member of Congress. This year that work goes virtual. We kick things off March 1.

By Jonathan Pearson

 

Starting in March 2021, and for the 17th consecutive year, National Peace Corps Association is planning National Days of Advocacy in Support of the Peace Corps.

But this year we’re going virtual.

March 1, 2021, will mark the 60th anniversary of President Kennedy’s executive order establishing the Peace Corps. Last year, Volunteers were evacuated from around the world because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The redeployment of Volunteers is expected in the coming months. And, with a new president and Congress — which will have nearly 70 new members — there is tremendous work to be done to ensure a strong future for the agency and its next generation of Volunteers. So we need a mobilization like never before.

 

Congress has nearly 70 new members. There is tremendous work to be done to ensure a strong future for the agency and its next generation of Volunteers. 

 

Step up, sign up!

After a successful series of virtual district office meetings with lawmakers this past fall, we will be gearing up for nationwide activities during the months of March and April.

Follow this link and sign up to be among the first to step forward to lead Days of Advocacy activities in your region. Take the lead organizing a virtual district meeting with your elected representatives. Organize a virtual letter writing night. Plan a statewide training on how to be an effective advocate for the Peace Corps. A stronger, better and redeployed Peace Corps begins with you! You won’t need to come to Washington, DC. You can be a leader from the comfort of your home.

Join us March 1 for the kickoff

We will kick off Days of Advocacy with a virtual gathering on March 1, 8:30–9:30 PM EST.

What’s in store:

  • Hear from several strong congressional supporters of Peace Corps including RPCV Congressman John Garamendi (D-CA), Congressman Garret Graves (R-LA) and Senator Susan Collins (R-ME). 
  • Get an update on key pending Peace Corps legislation. 
  • Hear about Days of Advocacy activities being planned for the months of March and April. 

At this critical, 60th anniversary moment for the Peace Corps, please join us!

Sign Up for March 1 Kickoff

 

Questions? Contact us at [email protected].


Jonathan Pearson is the Director of Advocacy for National Peace Corps Association.

 

Story updated February 15, 2021