Peace Corps

"Ask not what your country can do for you -
ask what you can do for your country"
John F Kennedy

In 1961 President John F Kennedy asked the nations youth to serve their country in the cause of peace by living and working in developing countries. From that inspiration grew an agency of the federal government devoted to world peace and friendship.

Since 1961, more than 190 000 Peace Corps volunteers have been invited by 139 host countries to work on issues ranging from AIDS education to information technology, and environmental preservation.

Today's Peace Corps is more vital than ever, working in emerging and essential areas such as information technology and business development and committing more than 1000 new volunteers as a part of the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief. Peace corps Volunteers continue to help countless individuals who want to build a better life for themselves, their children and their communities.

In the inaugural mission to the Kingdom of Cambodia , 27 Americans will serve in seven provinces for two years of service. Our mission has three simple goals:

Helping the people of interested countries in meeting their need for trained men and women.
Helping promote a better understanding of Americans on the part of the peoples served.
Helping promote a better understanding of other peoples on the part of Americans.

In Kampot Province, four volunteers serve in Cambodian secondary schools teaching English, computer skills and AIDS education. We are also involved in extracurricular activities such as the Kampot Football Tournament (any assistance and volunteer work in preparation or on the day will be greatly appreciated!)