What Is the Peace Corps?

The Peace Corps is an independent agency and volunteer program run by the United States Government providing international social and economic development assistance.

What does the Peace Corps actually do?

Volunteers lead grassroots efforts to protect the environment and strengthen understanding of environmental issues. They teach environmental awareness in schools and to local organizations, empowering communities to make their own decisions about how to conserve the local environment.

Do you get paid to be in the Peace Corps?

Do I get paid as a volunteer? You will receive a monthly in-country living allowance that you will use to pay for expenses as a volunteer. You will also be accruing a monthly readjustment allowance which you will receive as a lump sum when you have completed your service.