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The Peace Corp: What To Consider
Since The Peace Corps' creation via Kennedy's Executive Order 10924 in 1961, over 187,000 people have served as volunteers in 139 countries.
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Assumptions and Misunderstandings
Post-Soviet Ukraine saw a scarcity of goods, an infrastructure unprepared for independence from the USSR, and the arrival of some brave Peace Corps volunteers.
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Having a Safe Peace Corps Life
Living in a foreign country sounds exotic and exciting. But there are many challenges to overcome that one should be prepared to face.
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Joining the Peace Corps
Deciding to join the Peace Corps is a bold step. But going through the application is a whole other matter that can take months if not longer.
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When Volunteerism Becomes Your Job…
Both AmeriCorps and the Peace Corps provide large opportunities to embrace volunteerism as a "job" for one or two years.
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Gay Governmental Discrimination
While HIV becomes more manageable for those living with it and detecting it, there are governmental policies that remain, discriminating against the afflicted.
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Striving to be Normal - Part IV
The disabled may be made disabled by a system which cares more about the non-disabled than in truly helping the disabled become employed.
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Top Hot Picks by Stardust!
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Active Seniors Unique Adventures
Here are great ideas for older men and older women to remain active, volunteer to help, make friends, travel, and share their skill and wisdom globally or close to home,
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Anthropology Major
Anthropology, the study of all aspects of human beings, is a great major for students interested in culture and in conducting exciting research.
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Fun Government Websites for Kids
Fun United States government sites for kids.
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Great True Stories
From Truman Capote to lesser-known authors, this list of narrative non-fiction stories will keep you absorbed and perhaps lead you to revisit the stories in the future.
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What Does Travel Writing Pay?
The idea of travel writing tends to bring thoughts of glamour, endless vacations, easy and fun income. Experts seem to disagree with that perception.
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Writing and Photographing for Travel Journalism
Many travel writers are expected to provide newspapers and magazines with photography that complements the text. Travel journalist Tom Uhlenbrock talks about it here.
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Mae Jemison: An Extraordinary Woman (Part I)
Mae Jemison wanted to be a scientist. She became that and much more. Join me as we look at the story of this incredible woman.
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Mae Jemison: An Extraordinary Woman (Part II)
Mae Jemison wanted to be a scientist. She became that and much more. Join me as we look at the story this incredible woman.
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