New Wave of U.S. Peace Corps Volunteers Lands in Sierra Leone

A group of eleven new Peace Corps trainees from the United States has arrived in Sierra Leone to serve in the education and health sectors. Representing ten different U.S. states, these young volunteers will spend the next ten weeks in Kambia undergoing training in local languages, technical skills, and Sierra Leonean culture.

As part of their preparation, the volunteers will live with host families in Kambia District, giving them the chance to experience the Sierra Leonean way of life firsthand. This unique approach helps foster deeper cultural understanding and community integration.

After completing their training, the volunteers will be posted to various parts of the country. Some will be assigned to schools to support classroom teaching, while others will work in local health clinics to promote community health.

Peace Corps Sierra Leone officially welcomed the group, calling their arrival a continuation of the strong ties between Sierra Leone and the United States. Since the Peace Corps first began working in the country in 1962, hundreds of volunteers have contributed to education, health, agriculture, and community development.

“This new group of volunteers is part of a long and proud tradition of partnership,” said Dr. Gwendolyn E. Armstead, Country Director of Peace Corps Sierra Leone. “We’re delighted to have them here, and we believe their work will make a meaningful difference in the lives of many Sierra Leoneans.”

As the trainees settle into life in Kambia, residents have expressed warmth and curiosity, eager to share their culture and learn from their new neighbors.

The Peace Corps remains a symbol of international friendship, and this latest cohort stands ready to continue the legacy of service, learning, and cooperation that has lasted over six decades.