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Quote of the day by John F. Kennedy: “My fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country.”

Most people measure their relationship with a country, a company or a team by what it gives them back. John F. Kennedy asked an entire nation to flip that measurement around. "Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country," he said…

The Times of India · Jul 4

The US Peace Corps launches new Tech Corps to bring AI expertise abroad. Here’s what to know

The Peace Corps is launching an AI division, which will send US tech experts to the developing world

Euronews · Feb 23

‘It went gangbusters’: the play about the Iraq war – told through the eyes of a starving Baghdad zoo tiger

As bombs fell on the capital, a Bengal tiger was left all alone – until a US marine shot it. Rajiv Joseph explains why he brought the beast back from the dead for his Pulitzer-nominated drama

The Guardian - UK · Dec 8, 2025

JFK-created Peace Corps preps for ‘significant restructuring efforts’ as DOGE targets humanitarian group

The 65-year-old Peace Corps is undergoing “significant restructuring efforts” as the Trump Administration implements its “America First“ campaign promise.

The Independent UK · May 9, 2025

Peace Corps isn’t just about helping others − it’s a key part of US public diplomacy

Since President Donald Trump returned to the White House in January 2025, his administration has slashed the work of many U.S. government agencies, including those focused on foreign policy. Now, there is concern that the Peace Corps could join the other foreign aid programs the administration is trying to dismantle.

The Conversation · May 6, 2025

Peace Corps to undergo ‘significant’ cuts after Doge review

Staff offered second ‘fork in the road’ buyout and are ‘strongly encouraged to consider this option’

The Guardian - US · Apr 29, 2025

Doge eyes cuts to Peace Corps with in-person visit and records access

Agency that sends volunteers to countries around world expects ‘additional visits’ from Musk cost-cutting team

The Guardian - US · Apr 5, 2025

Thomas Tighe reflects on 24 years leading the international health nonprofit Direct Relief

Thomas Tighe led the humanitarian aid organization Direct Relief for 24 years as its president and CEO

The Independent UK · Jan 20, 2025

Retire Early for Adventure: Travel and Volunteer

Want to ditch the office and explore the world? Retire early for adventure by volunteering abroad.

Kiplinger · Jun 1, 2024

‘We need you’: Solomon Islands’ support for US agency’s return revealed

Peace Corps found ‘overwhelming support and enthusiasm’ for return to Pacific island nation, report shows.

Al Jazeera · Apr 24, 2024