Peace Corps Benin

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Peace Corps Benin

The official page of Peace Corps Benin // La page officiel du Corps de la Paix Américain au Bénin

About Peace Corps

The Peace Corps traces its roots and mission to 1960, when then Senator John F. Kennedy challenged students at the University of Michigan to serve their country in the cause of peace by living and working in developing countries. From that inspiration grew an agency of the federal government devoted to world peace and friendship. Since that time, more than 240,000 Americans of a

ll ages have responded to Kennedy’s call to serve and have helped communities in 161 countries to work on issues ranging from AIDS education to information technology and environmental preservation. Today's Peace Corps is more vital than ever, working in emerging and essential areas such as information technology and business development, and contributing to the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief. Peace Corps Volunteers continue to support countless individuals who want to build a better life for themselves, their children, and their communities. General Information

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24/08/2026

Life doesn't flow without water. Here in Benin, Volunteers get water using diverse methods that mirror those of their neighbors. Some pull water out of local or personal wells, some have taps within their homes, and others hire moto-taxis to fetch water from the village source deliver to their doorstep. No matter the process, clothes are being washed, dishes cleaned, drinking water boiled, showers taken, floors mopped, and food cooked, side-by-side with our communities.

07/08/2026

We celebrate two new Volunteers who took the oath and pledge to serve yesterday. Let’s congratulate Terra and Tim as they begin their service journeys as sustainable agriculture Volunteers. All of this is possible because of our hard working and dedicated staff and the U.S. Embassy's unwavering support to our mission here in Benin. ONWARD AND UPWARD!

05/08/2026

As PST 37 draws to a close let's take a look back at a couple highlights from this cohort's journey before they swear in tomorrow as Volunteers. 👏 At a local NGO, the trainees (and resource Volunteers) gained some hands-on experience in agroforestry. Later in their training, these soon-to-be volunteers developed competencies in entrepreneurship and shared that knowledge by facilitating training sessions for some local youth. We can't wait to see them share this knowledge with their communities once they get to site!

03/08/2026

French Language acquisition is one of the most rewarding parts of Peace Corps Benin service and something Volunteers keep for a lifetime! 🇧🇯 🇫🇷 Our departing Volunteers reflect on how far they have come with French gained daily conversations, community partnerships, and stepping outside their comfort zones. Their progress is quite impressive and reflects the dedication, persistence, and curiosity that French language learning requires. Here’s what four of our Volunteers had to say about their experience:

Katie: “Learning French has been an invaluable experience that not only allowed me to succeed as a volunteer in Benin, but that will continue to support me as I pursue a career in public health in the U.S. Through French, I was able to form meaningful connections with my community, and I found the confidence to accomplish difficult things in the future.”

Ronan: “Benin is a unique place to learn or improve your French because of how distinct it is from European French. You are exposed to lots of different vocabulary and expressions that you might not hear often elsewhere, which I think is really cool.”

Catherine: “Learning French has consistently been the hardest but most rewarding part of my service. I struggled so much in the beginning, but every day I grew more confident and assured in my abilities, and now that I am at the end, I am grateful for the experience to learn in such an amazing place.”

Sarah: "The language element was one of the most challenging but most rewarding parts of my service in Benin. Coming in with a lower level of French taught me so much about communication. Benin is the perfect place to develop language skills, as it's a linguistically diverse country. I am incredibly grateful for how helpful and patient my community has been; they're proud of how far my French has come."

Congratulations to all on their incredible language journey! 👏

Do you want to learn French while helping others in West Africa? Our applications to begin service in June 2027 are open now.
https://www.peacecorps.gov/ways-to-serve/service-assignments/browse-opportunities/peace-corps-volunteer/middle-and-high-school-english-teacher-10173br/

29/07/2026

Another summer camp in the books! Chase, a TEFL Volunteer in the Collines department, led the Global Citizens Camp with students from his middle school. Joined by fellow Health and Agriculture Volunteers, the students embarked on a 3-day learning experience involving hand washing, container gardening, nutrition sessions, and team building exercises. Speaking English throughout the instruction, these students are truly global citizens!

Are you ready to impact youth lives? Our applications to begin service in June 2027 are open now.

https://www.peacecorps.gov/ways-to-serve/service-assignments/browse-opportunities/peace-corps-volunteer/middle-and-high-school-english-teacher-10173br/

27/07/2026

Benin’s TEFL Volunteers have been doing great things during summer vacation. Camps, like Molly's "Diva Days," are a unique way to connect with and educate youth outside of class. Diva Days focused on girl’s empowerment by discussing support of one another, good decision making, developing aspirations and the steps to achieve them. Our very own inspirational guest speaker, Safety and Security Manager Tatiana, shared her own journey to professional success showing these young women that with hard work and continued education that there's no dream out of reach!

You can also make a positive impact on youth lives here in Benin. Our applications to begin service in June 2027 start are open now.
https://www.peacecorps.gov/ways-to-serve/service-assignments/browse-opportunities/peace-corps-volunteer/middle-and-high-school-english-teacher-10173br/

24/07/2026

Peace Corps Trainee Terra was greeted with joy and enthusiasm upon arrival at her new site. After a lively modern Beninese dance—full of smiles, music, and connection - the community proudly showed her their vibrant garden. Moments like these are what make Peace Corps Benin unforgettable.

If you are looking for meaningful community engagement, cultural exchange, and the chance to grow alongside inspiring local partners… Peace Corps Benin is ready for you. Apply today and be part of something amazing!

https://www.peacecorps.gov/ways-to-serve/service-assignments/browse-opportunities/peace-corps-volunteer/middle-and-high-school-english-teacher-10173br/

20/07/2026

Site announcement📍 Last week, our Trainees celebrated an important milestone! They reached the halfway point of their training and received their site assignments where they will live and work for the next two years. An exciting day for everyone!
If you are interested in volunteering in an environment where there is “just the right amount of hard,” our applications are open now.

https://www.peacecorps.gov/ways-to-serve/service-assignments/browse-opportunities/peace-corps-volunteer/middle-and-high-school-english-teacher-10173br/

13/07/2026

Red, white, and blue on the beach. 🌴Over the July 4th weekend, volunteers congregated by Benin’s beautiful ocean for a Peer Support Network Retreat. They celebrated America's 250th anniversary in style with a good ole' fashioned cookout. Volunteers also used the weekend for thoughtful reflection as they approach the end/middle of their service or even start a 3rd/4th year!! - taking time to focus on physical, spiritual, and emotional wellness through yoga, volleyball.

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