Peace Corps 50th Anniversary

We are celebrating!

The National Peace Corps Association was honored to play a significant role in the 50th Anniversary of the Peace Corps.

This milestone celebrated the Peace Corps community’s accomplishments and gave us all an opportunity to reflect on how each one of us can continue to exemplify the Peace Corps mission and spirit. NPCA looks forward to advancing community ties and service well into the future through its 50th Anniversary activities.

Information on use of NPCA’s 50th anniversary logo, seen above, and more is on our 50th anniversary Press Kit page.

Below are highlights of 50th Anniversary Peace Corps events that took place between January 2011 – September 2011 in which NPCA had direct involvement.

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Key Events
Around the World Expos
50th Toolkits
Merchandise

Key Events

Around the world:

March 1

Global House Parties

In Washington, DC:

Wednesday, September 21	Advocacy Day Orientation
September 22-23	NPCA Boutique
September 22-25	NPCA Member Group Activities
Thursday, September 22	NPCA Advocacy Day
Friday, September 23	NPCA Service Day
Saturday, September 24	NPCA Administrative Meetings
	Conversations: The Future of Peace Corps
	The Promise of the Peace Corps Gala
Sunday, September 25	Arlington National Cemetery Presentation
	Walk of Flags

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Around the World Expos

The National Peace Corps Association, in conjunction with the Peace Corps Regional Recruitment Offices and select Member Groups, coordinated a series of 50th Anniversary Around the World Expos nationwide. Each regional Expo highlighted the work of the Peace Corps over the past 50 years, while seeking to engage RPCVs and inspire the next generation of volunteers.

Each Expo featured exhibits from RPCVs showcasing their work around the world, remarks from both Peace Corps and NPCA, and discussion sessions for interested applicants and RPCVs.

There will be four Expos in cities around the U.S. during 2012. Stay tuned for locations and registration information.

Planning Toolkits

Need some tips on planning your event? The toolkits below, while not designed as complete soup-to-nuts planning tools, may be helpful as guides in identifying the key steps and issues in planning your event. These are works in progress and will be updated regularly. Please send any feedback to 50th Coordinator.

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