peace corps

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An independent United States federal agency for volunteers to help in developing countries where aid is needed
The Peace Corps is an American organization that sends young people to help with projects in developing countries. A federal government organization, set up in 1961, that trains and sends American volunteers abroad to work with people of developing countries on projects for technological, agricultural, and educational improvement. a US government organization that aims to help poorer countries, by sending them volunteers (=people who work without payment) , especially young people, who teach skills in education, health, farming etc. U.S. government agency of volunteers, formed in 1961 by Pres. John F. Kennedy. Its purpose is to assist other countries in their development efforts by providing skilled workers in the fields of education, agriculture, health, trade, technology, and community development. Volunteers are expected to serve for two years as good neighbours in the host country, to speak its language, and to live on a level comparable to that of the local residents. By the early 21st century, more than 165,000 volunteers had served in the corps
volunteer organization sponsored by the U.S. Government in which people work worldwide to promote education health agriculture and industry
a civilian organization sponsored by the United States government; helps people in developing countries
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