What's a PCVL?
"While my commute, living accommodations, and responsibilities don’t resemble those of a “typical” PCV anymore, I’ve discovered that much of my lived experience is still, shockingly, the same." Starting our week off right, Kayla Kawalec shares about her work as a Peace Corps Volunteer Leader in Thailand.
Sticky Submission
In our final Sticky Rice article of 2024, a special guest contributor from Group 134 reflects on her service and says Thank You, and Goodbye, to the one place all of us here have in common. Happy New Year!
Ode to Peace Corps Friendships
Group 134 PC Thailand Volunteers are gathered in Bangkok to celebrate and reflect on the last almost two years of volunteer service in Thailand. In honor of the "Close of Service" Conference, we're running a short series of "Odes".TESS Volunteer, Virginia Jackson, continues this mini-series with an ode to her PC friendships.
TESS Talk: Bullying at School
School is back in session in Thailand after a short term break. We're starting off the new term with a timely discussion on bullying in schools facilitated by Group 134 TESS Volunteer, Cadi Duncan.
Take Me To: Koh Chang – Off the Beaten Path
"I nourished my spirits with thoughts of tanning on the beach, eating wonderful meals, and making new friends of fellow travelers. When I arrived though, I found that Koh Chang had entirely different plans in store for me." Cloé Fortier-King takes us off the beaten path to...
360 Degrees Pt. 2 - Leading Down
"Leading down gives leaders an opportunity to build trust, impart knowledge, and develop those being led into better leaders."Bradford Reszel brings us the next installment in his leadership series - 360 Degrees.
Take Me To: Phu Kradueng
"This was an extremely fun trip, one I’d definitely recommend to people wanting a bit of easy camping, but also something challenging enough to make you feel accomplished afterwards." - Teresa Derr, 134 YinD takes us to...
Isa’s Site Through Cloé’s Eyes
"The biggest highlight of the trip was seeing Isa happy and settled in her community. However, the coffee, treats, and wat kitties in Nan City are also honorable mentions." -Cloé Fortier-King, 134 YinD