Volunteerism

15 Years of CorpsAfrica: Honoring Milestones, Renewing Commitment

Most of the time, when we celebrate milestones, we tend to focus on the larger numbers: 10 years, 50 years, or even 100 years. So you may be wondering: what is the significance of CorpsAfrica...

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Village life is a gentle clock, ticking with heartbeats rather than hours

As I reflect on my integration phase, I can’t help but feel overjoyed and warm-hearted by the way the community has embraced me. The opportunity to learn, connect, and share in the simple joys of...

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More Than a Training: A Lesson That Prepared Me to Serve in the Rural Community

When I first heard that I would be working with a rural community in Machinga, Malawi my heart danced with excitement. I pictured warm smiles, shared meals, and people living in harmony, a place where...

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FROM FLOUR TO FUTURE: EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES THROUGH BAKING

As a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, one of the most rewarding experiences is watching a simple activity turn into a life-changing opportunity. That’s exactly what happened during a baking training session I recently facilitated in my community....

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Al Haouz Earthquake Response Report

On September 8, 2023, a 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck Morocco’s High Atlas region, deeply impacting communities where CorpsAfrica/Maroc had long-standing ties. After careful consultation and preparation, the organization adopted a deliberate, community-centered response focused on...

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Volunteerism as a Driving Force for Entrepreneurship, Youth Employment, and Community Resilience

Read the FP Analytics Insight Brief to explore the data, case studies, and policy recommendations shaping the future of volunteerism, and learn how elevating service today can drive sustainable development tomorrow. More than one billion...

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Against All Odds, I Stayed

Honestly, many people, including myself, believed I might be the first Volunteer to quit. But here I am, standing at the finish line. And I am so grateful that I didn’t give up. This journey...

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CorpsAfrica and Peace Corps Sign Memorandum of Understanding

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, September 21, 2023 PEACE CORPS AND CORPSAFRICA PARTNER TO STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY TIES AND DRIVE INNOVATIVE DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES IN AFRICA   (New York, New York | Thursday, September 21, 2023) – Peace...

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Commonwealth Club Podcast: Interview with Liz Fanning and Hiba Tazi

In December 2015, CorpsAfrica Founder and CEO Liz Fanning and Hiba Tazi, a member of the first CorpsAfrica/Maroc Volunteer cohort, presented the CorpsAfrica model to members of the Commonwealth Club of San Francisco. The podcast,...

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