Tentative Departure Dates For Current Applicants Announced
December 6, 2021
NEW YORK – Today, we are honored to announce new information about when applicants should expect to depart to their programs. However, all information is subject to possible changes depending on new information surrounding COVID-19 to protect the lives of all stakeholders in the Peace Corps.
Current applicants registering for the first wave of departures should expect to arrive within their host countries between Winter 2022 and Spring 2023. We are actively working with public officials, local communities, and WHO among other public health organizations to ensure the arrival of new members while not jeopardizing the safety of all of the Peace Corps’ stakeholders. All programs are being investigated to assess possible risk factors and urgency to resume activities.
“The Peace Corps community is made up of incredibly dedicated people who share a passion for service above self, “ said Acting Director Carol Spahn. “I am inspired every day by the fierce commitment of our staff and volunteers and it will certainly be a challenge to select the [new members].”
Those who are interested in joining the program should promptly begin their applications as space is very limited. Due to the unique circumstances stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, certain programs may be further postponed beyond the predicted departure timeline. Regardless of placement, all invitations will be sent out at least three months in advance of the set departure date.
About the Peace Corps: The Peace Corps sends Americans with a passion for service abroad on behalf of the United States to work with communities and create lasting change. Volunteers develop sustainable solutions to address challenges in education, health, community economic development, agriculture, the environment, and youth development. Through their Peace Corps experience, volunteers gain a unique cultural understanding and a life-long commitment to service that positions them to succeed in today’s global economy. Since President John F. Kennedy established the Peace Corps in 1961, more than 240,000 Americans of all ages have served in 142 countries worldwide. For more information, visit peacecorps.gov and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
