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Table of Contents
RPCV/W Events
RPCV/W Community Service Update
The Connector
Create a Log to Keep Track of Your Job Search
Calling all RPCV job hunters out there. If you've submitted more resumes to more places than you can possibly remember this year, than it's time to start keeping a log of where and when you've applied to each job. Keeping a log is a simple and easy way to stay organized and to follow up with the contacts you’ve made. We suggest that you create an excel spreadsheet with a list of the jobs you've applied for, the contact name, when you submitted your resume, whether you've followed up yet or not, the web site, and perhaps most importantly, the website’s passwords.If you are looking for a position in the field of international development here in DC, almost all of the organizations here require you to create a user name and password on their website to upload and track your resume in their systems. Putting a job log together will save you time and energy, and should tell when you should follow up a potential employer via email or call.JobsTrees for the Future – Short Term ContractTrees for the Future ( trees.org) is looking to hire an RPCV for a short-term assignment (now through March) out of the Silver Spring office. Assignment is to help author highly participatory training manuals for trainers working with low literate farmers. Agroforestry background is not necessary. If anyone is interested, please e-mail john@trees.org.Catholic Relief Services (CRS) - Chief of Party - Youth Entrepreneurship Program - TanzaniaCatholic Relief Services ( www.crs.org) is looking to hire an RPCV as the Chief of Party - Youth Entrepreneurship Program in Tanzania. If you have any questions please reach out to Maureen Herman on the RPCV/W Facebook group for more information.The Foreign Agricultural Service is hiring!Visit www.fas.usda.gov for more information.
Community News and Events
Friends of Tanzania/Marafiki wa Tanzania
Annual Winter Potluck Party
Join us as we launch FOT into its 25th year!
Saturday, February 6, 2016
6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
St. Charles Borromeo Church, Parish Hall
3304 N. Washington Blvd.
Arlington, Virginia 22201
To RSVP or for more information, contact registration@FOTanzania.org
Please indicate what you will bring for the potluck.
Nominate Outstanding Global Leaders for the Harris Wofford Global Citizen Award
The Harris Wofford Global Citizen Award is presented annually by the National Peace Corps Association (NPCA) to an outstanding global leader who grew up in and continues to live in a country served by Peace Corps. Please help us spread the word on this opportunity to nominate your counterpart, student, neighbor or local community leader who built off the impact of Peace Corps to become a truly global leader. The award will be presented at Peace Corps Connect in Washington, DC on September 24, 2016.
We invite you to read about past winners, learn more about the award in the FAQs and download the nomination materials from our website: http://www.peacecorpsconnect.org/about/awards/#wofford
The nomination deadline was just extended to February 22, 2016. We'd love to get at least one nomination per Peace Corps country (current and past). Thank you for your nominations!
Questions? Email woffordaward@peacecorpsconnect.org.
Volunteers needed to shape content for break-out sessions during 2016 Peace Corps Connect Conference
Join the PCC Closing Event Committee
Peace Corps Connect 2016, in conjunction with the Peace Corps’ 55th anniversary, will be held in Washington, DC from September 22-25, 2016. The conference itself will take place on Friday and Saturday (Sept. 23-24) and will be preceded by the National Day of Action on Thursday September 22. The morning of Sunday, Sept 25 is reserved for a special event led by local RPCVs.
Have you worked on public, mass-media events in DC accommodating thousands of participants and volunteers? Do you have ideas for a closing activity that could spark a national movement within the Peace Corps community and beyond? Non-traditional ideas are welcome, especially those that would rely largely on volunteer power.
Contact PCC lead Chuck McConnell at npcawest@gmail.com or give him a call at (503) 274-9606 to get involved. CC president@rpcvw.org to share your ideas with the RPCV/W Board and RPCVs of Northern Virginia.
Your Peace Corps Story Needed on Capitol Hill!
NPCA's National Day of Action Set for March 3rd
The Peace Corps community came together in 2015 to score a tremendous victory, securing $30.5 million for the Peace Corps, and providing the highest funding level ever.
Help us keep the momentum going! Sign up here for the National Peace Corps Association's 12th annual National Day of Action.
On March 3rd we want 100 advocates to join us on Capitol Hill to lobby for a bigger and better Peace Corps. Along with increased Peace Corps funding, we will also advocate for better health support for returning volunteers and urge membership in the House Peace Corps Caucus. The is a great opportunity to sharpen your advocacy skills (no prior experience necessary), network and meet RPCVs from every era of service.
We especially need the involvement of RPCVs who are registered to vote elsewhere in the country. And, it's extremely important to join us if you are a constituent of members of the Senate or House Appropriations Subcommittee for State/Foreign Operations.
Contact advocacy@peacecorpsconnect.org if you have any questions. See you on March 3rd.
Member Led Events
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Share your Peace Corps stories at local universities
Do you want to tell your Peace Corps story? Become a Success in Service: Life After Peace Corps speaker, and discuss how service helped shape your personal and professional trajectory in a TED-style format. Contact kmendozawright@peacecorps.gov to be featured on a university campus near you.
Discounted Tickets and Happy Hour with RPCV Playwright Rajiv Joseph
Thursday, February 4th RPCVs enjoy discounted tickets to see
Guard of the Taj, written by RPCV Rajiv Joseph
The show, called "Funny, haunting an deeply insightful" by the LA Weekly, has won awards already won awards.
RPCVS and people affiliated with the Peace Corps will receive a discount if they use the below code.
PEACECORPS (6312)
Valid Thursday, 2/4/16 8pm show ONLY
Section A: $35
Section B: $30
(no extra fees)
Click here to purchase tickets
Enjoy drink specials and chat with the playwright at a special post-show happy hour
To purchase tickets over the phone call (202-393-3939).
About RPCV/W
The Returned Peace Corps Volunteers of Washington D.C. (RPCV/W) was founded in 1979 and incorporated in 1990 in the District of Columbia. RPCV/W is one of the largest organizations of its kind in the world. RPCV/W is a nonprofit 501c3 with over 1000 members and representing more than 2,500 returned Peace Corps volunteers, Peace Corps staff, and Peace Corps families and supporters in the greater Washington D.C. area. RPCV/W is governed by an elected board of directors.
Our Mission
To serve as a resource to RPCVs and friends in the Washington DC area through social events, community service projects, and professional development programs that embody the 3rd Goal and spirit of the Peace Corps.
Why Join RPCV/W?
Benefits of membership in RPCV/W for only $15 a year:
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Membership open to all. First year is always free.
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Members are eligible for discounts to special events.
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Members are granted access to our online directory to search for and contact other members.
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Members can register for and attend restricted "Members Only" events.
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Members shape the organization by organizing clubs, electing the board of directors, and assuming leadership roles.
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