Who Needs a Desk Job?: April 2011

The Task Ahead

In 1994 the government of Suriname formally invited Peace Corps to establish a rural community development program designed to assist its Amerindian and Maroon communities in the country's rural interior. Today, more than 300 volunteers have served in the country, including the 40 presently serving.

In February 2011 I too was invited to serve as a volunteer in Suriname. I was assigned to the Community Economic Development (CED) program, which strives to promote participatory community development, children and youth skills development and sustainable business practices. I hope to use this blog to inform family and friends about my activities, adventures and mishaps. Enjoy!

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Reston Connection Highlights Peace Corps 50 Year Celebration

Photo credit: Alex McVeigh, the Reston Connection

Please Excuse the Shameless self promotion. Click the following link the read the story in the Reston Connection featuring yours truly :
Celebrating 50 Years of Outreach. In the picture, Peace Corps Director Aaron Williams addresses a group of past and present Peace Corps volunteers in Reston, VA at a celebration of the organization's 50th anniversary.