24 Peace Corps Volunteers to serve across regions in Guyana
The Peace Corps Volunteers following their swearing-in ceremony
Twenty-four Peace Corps Volunteers have concluded an intensive ten-week pre-service training, and will serve in seven regions across Guyana to address various issues, including early childhood literacy, adolescent health, and environmental stewardship.
Widespread placement of volunteers is possible for the first time since onset of the coronavirus pandemic.
Chargé d’Affaires of the US Embassy, Adrienne Galanek, administered the oath of service and Peace Corps Pledge to the group on behalf of the Peace Corps.
“I have always admired the extraordinary commitment and compassion that Peace Corps Volunteers bring to strengthening nations one community at a time. I think that the best part — the essence of why volunteers are here — is the friendships and strong bonds that develop with host families, local counterparts, supervisors, and community leaders,” she said.
Peace Corps Guyana’s Acting Country Director, Jennifer Goette, highlighted the important work of Peace Corps Volunteers and their local community partners in building a sustainable future for Guyana. She commended host families, partner schools, and the Government of Guyana for their support of the Peace Corps’ work.
Advisor to the Minister of Health, Dr Leslie Ramsammy, who delivered brief remarks, highlighted the instrumental role that Peace Corps teachers play in the decision to pursue medicine as a career.
Deputy Chief Education Officer – Development, Volika Jaikishun, gave brief congratulatory remarks on behalf of Education Minister Priya Manickchand.
Peace Corps first served the people and Government of Guyana from 1966 to 1971, and returned in 1995 with more than 1400 volunteers supporting Guyana’s communities through service, relationships, and partnerships for a sustainable future.
