With so many remembrances of John Kennedy's Presidency these days, it is certainly a good time to talk about The Peace Corps because it was Kennedy who, by Executive Order on March 1, 1961, created the government-run agency. (I was, I should note, talked about before Kennedy, but it was he who actually made it happen and then Congress authorized it on September 21, 1961, with passage of the Peace Corps Act). In its 52 years, over 210,000 Americans have joined the Peace Corps and served in 139 countries.
The Slogan “The toughest job you will ever love” says volumes. President Jimmy Carter's mother Lillian served as a nurse Carter says she had "one of the most glorious experiences of her life" in the Peace Corps. Political commentator Chris Matthews, This Old House host Bob Vila, author Paul Theroux, and film director Taylor Hackford also served. The experience of a lifetime they all say.
The work they do all over the world continues and the need is always there. There are three different types of volunteers and you can find out more on their website at http://www.peacecorps.gov/ - note that all volunteers must be US citizens and at least 18 year old.
Want to know more? The website I mentioned is a very good source. You can also subscribe to their newsfeed HERE. Oh and age does not have to me a factor. Mrs Carter applied when she was 68 years old!
The work they do all over the world continues and the need is always there. There are three different types of volunteers and you can find out more on their website at http://www.peacecorps.gov/ - note that all volunteers must be US citizens and at least 18 year old.
Want to know more? The website I mentioned is a very good source. You can also subscribe to their newsfeed HERE. Oh and age does not have to me a factor. Mrs Carter applied when she was 68 years old!
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