Peace Corps invites First Nominations for RPCV Recognition Program
First Nominations Invited for RPCV Recognition Program
Over the years, returned Peace Corps Volunteers, both as individuals and RPCV groups, have contributed to the success of Peace Corps recruitment, third-goal activities, and other programs and initiatives. RPCV involvement benefits the recruitment of Peace Corps Volunteers, Crisis Corps, Fellows/USA, Peace Corps Week, Coverdell World Wise Schools, and the Peace Corps Partnership Program. To express our appreciation for the contributions made by RPCVs, the Peace Corps is initiating an RPCV recognition program.
Each month, an RPCV or RPCV group will be honored as the RPCV of the Month or RPCV Group of the Month. RPCV groups may include geographically based groups or country-of-service and special- interest groups. Those honored will be featured on the Peace Corps website, in the RPCV Update, and at appropriate events during the year.
Nominations will recognize outstanding efforts and achievements in furthering the Peace Corps mission, actions related to Peace Corps programs (such as Peace Corps Week) or actions that make use of Peace Corps resources (such as CWWS). Nominations may be made by any RPCV group or any Peace Corps staff member and will be reviewed by a Peace Corps selection committee. Nominations will be active for one year from the date of receipt. Current Peace Corps Staff and Volunteers are not eligible.
At the NPCA conference in August 2004, Director Vasquez will formally recognize any members of the first set of honorees who attend the conference. If you would like to nominate an individual RPCV or group for this recognition, you may do so by writing a letter covering the following information:
ï,· The name and contact information for the nominee
ï,· Date, location, and assignment during Peace Corps Volunteer service
ï,· A description of the service that the nominee has performed
ï,· The impact of the service on individuals, the community, or the Peace Corps
ï,· Any other information you deem helpful to the selection committee
Nominations must be received by June 25.
Eileen Mattingly
Acting Director of Domestic Programs
Paul D. Coverdell Peace Corps Headquarters
1111 20th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20526
Honorees will be notified by July 15, 2004.
Thank you for assisting us in recognizing individuals and groups whose work has been such a positive force in the community and such a good reflection on the Peace Corps ethic of service.
