Monrovia – On August 14, United States Ambassador to Liberia Mark C. Toner administered the oath of office to seven new Peace Corps Volunteers, marking a significant milestone in the enduring partnership between the United States and Liberia as the Peace Corps continues to rebuild its program in the country.
In release issued the the US Embassy, these newest Peace Corps Volunteers carry on a longstanding American tradition of volunteerism, answering the call to public service. Over the past eleven weeks, they have undergone intensive training, equipping them with essential language, cultural, and technical skills necessary to make a meaningful impact in the communities they will serve.
The release further noted the Volunteers will be stationed across Liberia, with a focus on education and health—areas where needs are substantial and opportunities for positive contributions are abundant. As they begin their service, these Volunteers join a long legacy of Americans and Liberians working together to achieve progress and foster lasting friendships.
Since the Peace Corps began operations in Liberia in 1962, more than 4,000 Volunteers have served in villages and towns across the country, contributing to various aspects of Liberia’s development, including education, agriculture, rural development, and health.
Their service continues to symbolize the vitality of U.S.-Liberian bilateral cooperation and the enduring American commitment to service, driving positive change in Liberia and around the world.
