M34 Volunteers in Mongolia Earn Special Recognition from Ambassador Buangan
By Ty Dávila, Research Contributor at New Lines Institute Peace Corps volunteers from Mongolia's M34 group recently received special recognition from Ambassador Richard L. Buangan, a State Department official. His commendation highlighted the volunteers' dedication and positive impact on local...
Celebrating Global Diversity Awareness Month
By NPCA DEIA Committee Each October, Global Diversity Awareness Month invites us to reflect on the rich tapestry of cultures, perspectives, and identities that shape our world—and our Peace Corps community. For the National Peace Corps Association (NPCA), this month...
Carla Brown Named Next President and CEO of National Peace Corps Association
National Peace Corps Association (NPCA) announced today that Carla Brown has been selected as its next President and Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2026. The NPCA Board of Directors confirmed Brown’s appointment after a rigorous four-month selection process that...
The Toughest Job I’ve Ever Loved: Why the Peace Corps Still Matters
By Ty Dávila, Research Contributor at the New Lines Institute The Peace Corps, originating on March 1, 1961, has always been more than the name itself. There is a unified calling that many Americans face: representing American democracy and strengthening global impact....
Salute to Advocacy Coordinators and New Legislation
As September got underway, there was some big news on pending legislation in the House of Representatives and the role played by past and present National Peace Corps Association (NPCA) advocacy leaders. Meanwhile, new legislation has been introduced. One bill...
From Vision to Wall: Celebrating the Peace Corps at UVM
New Mural Celebrates Peace Corps’ Global Impact at UVM By Ty Dávila, Research Contributor at the New Lines Institute The University of Vermont has long been recognized for its strong connection to the Peace Corps, consistently ranking among the nation’s...
Hispanic Heritage Month: Lost in Translation—Found in Service
By Jeannette (Jenny) Sanchez, Mike Roman, and Orrin Luc Hispanic Heritage Month invites us to celebrate the rich diversity and complexity of identity—and what better way to do that than through the stories of three Returned Peace Corps Volunteers who...
The Question That Changed My Life: A Peace Corps Story to Raise Deaf Awareness
By Joshua Josa “How are you 25, finished your BA, and already a teacher? I’m older than you and in Class 8 for the fourth year.” When I first applied to the Peace Corps after finishing my BA at Cal...
Reimagining Belonging in the Peace Corps: DEIA Panel Elevates Voices of Identity, Resistance, and Inclusion
At Peace Corps Connect 2025, the panel "Reimagining Belonging in the Peace Corps: Inclusion, Identity, and Impact" brought a deeply resonant and transformative conversation to the forefront of national service. Moderated by NPCA Board Member Jeffrey Janis (Ukraine 2004–06), the...
Congress is Back…What’s Next?
Right after Labor Day, Congress returned to Capitol Hill following its weeks-long summer recess. A heavy agenda with a number of controversial matters are in store for members of the House and Senate. What’s next for matters pertaining to the...