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Namaste! This is the official page of Peace Corps/Nepal. Putting purpose, passion, and skills to work for America and the world since 1962.

This is The U.S. Government's premier international volunteering agency, the Peace Corps sends passionate and skilled Americans abroad to collaborate on projects that advance both American and host country priorities. This year, the agency commemorates 65 years of promoting world peace and friendship through Volunteer service while partnering with America250 to encourage more Americans to give back. Since 1961, the Peace Corps has played a vital role in advancing U.S. global engagement through the work of close to 250,000 Volunteers serving in 144 host countries. For more information, visit peacecorps.gov. COMMENT POLICY
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28/08/2026

All Peace Corps Volunteers and staff in Nepal are safe and accounted for. Peace Corps is closely monitoring the situation in Nepal following the devastating flooding. Peace Corps remains in close contact with our team in Nepal and will continue to monitor conditions. Our thoughts are with the people and communities affected.

24/08/2026

Peace Corps/Nepal celebrates its 64th birthday today!

On August 24, 1962, the governments of the United States and Nepal signed a bilateral agreement authorizing the operation of the Peace Corps in Nepal.

The first group of Volunteers arrived in country a few weeks later. Since then, from N1 to N211, over 4000 Volunteers have served in Nepal!

Check out this video to see Peace Corps/Nepal through the years.

21/08/2026

Ian completed over 3 years of service as an Education Volunteer in Syangja, making him the longest-serving Volunteer since Peace Corps/Nepal's post-COVID reopening in 2023.

Earlier this week, Ian rang out his service at the Close-of-Service bell, marking the transition from Volunteer to Returned Peace Corps Volunteer. Thank you, Ian, for your remarkable dedication to service, and best of luck in your future endeavors!

18/08/2026

Country Director Troy Kofroth recently visited Volunteers in Kavre! Here are a few photos from the trip.

12/08/2026

Today, join us in celebrating International Youth Day! Young people bring creative ideas and energy to drive positive change, making them key partners in Peace Corps projects.

In Nepal, particularly in the Education and Environment Sectors, Volunteers work to empower youth to think critically and meaningfully engage with the world around them.

For example, an Education Volunteer recently facilitated group research and presentations at her school in Lamjung. Students worked collaboratively to explore important safety topics, including emergency preparedness, earthquake and fire response, first aid, and cyber safety.

With this experience, the Volunteer's students learned how they can contribute to stronger and safer communities! Swipe through to see some of the students' work!

10/08/2026

Volunteers JT and Daniell recently led a Breast Cancer Awareness Training at JT's site in Arghakhanchi, sharing information on breast cancer risk factors, warning signs, prevention, and breast self-examination with members of several mothers' groups.

The training was a collaborative effort, with support from fellow Arghakhanchi Volunteers Abby, Alyssa, Jackie, and Gretchen, who helped facilitate the training session.

Although health programming is not the primary focus of their Food Security project framework, the Volunteers recognized an important community need and worked with local partners, like Ram Prasad Shrestha, to address it through training and outreach.

07/08/2026

In a great example of cross-sector and cross-district collaboration, two Food Security Volunteers, Jackie and Luke, visited the school of Environment Volunteer Kayleigh to educate students and members of the wider community on nutrition and healthy habits. Together, the Volunteers then planted a grant-funded school garden.

Kayleigh's fellow Kavre District Volunteers, Jenny, Lynn, and Scott were also on deck to help facilitate the program.

Each volunteer brings a unique skill set to service, and collaboration is important for creating lasting impact.

05/08/2026

Peace Corps/Nepal is always happy to welcome and meet the families of Volunteers who are currently serving. Thank you for your continued support and encouragement throughout their service! A special shoutout to the families of PCV Deacon and PCV Charlotte!

03/08/2026

Country Director Troy Kofroth recently visited Volunteers in Gorkha and Lamjung! Here are a few photos from the trip.

31/07/2026

Join us in celebrating Kheer Khane Din--in English, the Day for Eating Rice Pudding!

Observed on the 15th day of the Nepali month of Shrawan, Kheer Khane Din marks the traditional end of the rice planting season. After weeks of hard work in the rice paddies, communities come together to enjoy kheer, a beloved and tasty Nepali dish made from rice, milk, sugar, dried fruits, and spices.

Enjoy the video below as PCV Alice makes two different versions of rice pudding: one the traditional Nepali way, the other her mother's recipe from the U.S.

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