Misconceptions That Make Me Giggle
To start off our week, Colt Dreyer shares some hilarious, and educational, moments that resulted from stumbling over cultural stereotypes and slight miscommunications. This is a look at the truth of our teaching outside the classroom!
360 Degrees Pt. 5 - Closing the Circle - Series Recap
Soon-to-be RPCV Bradford Reszel finishes his series on 360 Degree Leadership with a recap and call to action for all of us to continue being leaders, no matter our position.
Welcome Volunteers! - Adjusting to Site
Group 136 is officially the newest batch of Peace Corps Thailand volunteers! To congratulate them, the cohorts already in country have compiled some advice they have, as the newbies begin to make their way to site.
What do I tell my Thai friends about climate change?
Peace Corps Thailand volunteers were told recently “In alignment with the updated federal priorities, Climate considerations will no longer be included in Peace Corps programming." It's not like my Thai friends don't already know something is wrong.
We Are Diversity
"My community members don't value my presence simply because I can speak English... My community values the very thing they brought me in for, my differences." - Kayla Kawalec, 134 YinD