Peace Corps Relocating Volunteers in Cote d’Ivoire
Peace Corps Relocating Volunteers in Cote d’Ivoire
WASHINGTON, D.C., September 27, 2002 -- UPDATE 6:00 p.m. (EST) Peace Corps continues the process of relocating all of the 133 volunteers who are in Cote d’Ivoire, Africa. This relocation is being conducted in coordination with the U. S. Embassy in Abidjan and the Department of State in Washington. Both the Peace Corps and the Department of State confirm that all volunteers have been contacted and are accounted for. The safety and security of volunteers remains the highest priority of the Peace Corps.
According to the latest State Department announcement, there is an authorized departure of non-emergency and embassy personnel and their dependents. There are approximately 2,300 U.S. citizens who reside in Cote d'Ivoire. There have been no reports of attacks against Americans, Europeans, or their property.
Family members may make inquiries about Cote d’Ivoire/Peace Corps volunteers from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. by calling 800.424.8580, extension 1470. After hours, inquiries may be referred to the Peace Corps Duty Officer at 202.638.2574 or via email at ossdutyofficer@peacecorps.gov. Peace Corps continues to monitor the situation and regular updates will be posted as new information becomes available.
