This Expo is a collaborative effort involving the National Peace Corps Association, the Peace Corps Regional Recruitment Office in New York, New York and the Philadelphia Area Peace Corps Association. One of a series of 50th anniversary expos held around the country in 2011, this Expo will highlight the work of the Peace Corps over the past 50 years, while seeking to engage RPCVs and inspire the next generation of volunteers. Preregistration is not required, but encouraged. As of 5/19/11, we have 93 people registered to attend. Please use the link above to let us know you plan to come!
National Constitution Center
525 Arch Street, Independence Mall
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(Food is available on-site. For information on parking and directions, click here.)
11:30 Registration opens
12:00 – 1:00 Workshops
1:00 – 1:45 Formal Program
1:00 – 3:00 "Around the World" Exhibits
Speakers
- Peace Corps: Vincent Wickes, Regional Manager, Regional Recruitment Office, New York, NY
- National Peace Corps Association: Anne Baker, Vice President (RPCV Fiji 1985-1987)
- Philadelphia Area Peace Corps Association: Alicia DeMarco, Vice President (Hungary 1995-1997)
We are pleased to offer two workshops:
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Workshop: Peace Corps Recruiter Chat
Description: Let returned Peace Corps volunteers inspire you to make a difference as they share stories and photos from their services abroad. This workshop, facilitated by Recruiter Ciara Johnson (RPCV Guinea, Agro-forestry Program, 2007-2009) and Rebi Wong (RPCV El Salvador, Rural Health and Sanitation Program, 2003-2005), is for anyone interested in becoming a Peace Corps volunteer. Please join us to learn about life as a Peace Corps volunteer, the application process, eligibility requirements and benefits of service. Family and friends are also welcome to attend.
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Workshop: The Peace Corps Experience: Shaping Lives and Careers
Description: There are many inspiring ways in which returned Peace Corps Volunteers continue to serve even beyond their work in the Peace Corps. The presenters at this workshop are individuals who have dedicated their lives to service. Join us to hear about their experiences and challenges, and to participate in a discussion and celebration of all that we do and how we can support service in our own communities and around the world. Come with your stories, questions and ideas--this workshop will be an opportunity to network and find inspiration.
Panelists:
- Stuart Jablon (RPCV Jamaica 1983-1985), moderator
- Nadira Branch (RPCV Mali 2003-2005)
- Tino Calabia (RPCV Peru 1963-1965)
- Sarah Jordan (RPCV Guatemala 1967-1969)
- Sarah Peterson (RPCV Guatemala 1997-1999)
- Sandy Voge (RPCV Nepal 1990-1992)
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“Around the World” Exhibits
Hear firsthand from Returned Peace Corps Volunteers about their experiences and projects. (More exhibits will be added as they are confirmed.)
- Afghanistan: Jane Behnke (1970-1972)
- Chad: Alyssa Moles (2004-2006)
- Ecuador: Jim Parsons (1966-1968)
- Guatemala: Sarah Jordan (1967-1969)
- Iran: Mike Dereskewicz (1966-1968)
- Jamaica: Albert Wellstein (1981-1983)
- Moldova: Nancy Berger (1998-2000)
- Namibia: Ginny Davis (2008-2009)
- Nepal: Sandy Voge (1990-1992) and Peggy Smith (1973-1975)
- Peru: Tino Calabia (1963-1965) and Kitty Kitzmann (1964-1967)
- Russia: Linda Higgins (1992-1994)
- Turkey: Ann Loughran Hearn (1963-1965)
- Ukraine: Nancy Iott (2007-2009)
- Zambia: Ned Baker (2005-2007)
Please assist us in our planning by registering here.