2009.02.03: February 3, 2009: Headlines: COS - Madagascar: Safety: Peace Corps Press Release: Peace Corps Volunteers in Madagascar Remain Safe [Updated]
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Peace Corps Volunteers in Madagascar Remain Safe [Updated]
The situation in Madagascar was calm today throughout most of the country although tensions continue. Peace Corps Madagascar has been in regular contact with all Volunteers, who remain on stand fast as a precautionary measure. All Volunteers in Madagascar are accounted for and safe.
Peace Corps Volunteers in Madagascar Remain Safe [Updated]
Peace Corps Volunteers in Madagascar Remain Safe
Caption: Madagascan soldiers on patrol in Antananarivo on January 29, 2009. The mayor of Madagascar's capital city, Andry Rajoelina, on Monday sought the removal of President Marc Ravalomanana in the wake of violent anti-government protests that left dozens dead. Photo: AFP/File/Richard Bouhet
WASHINGTON, D.C., February 3, 2009 - The situation in Madagascar was calm today throughout most of the country although tensions continue. Peace Corps Madagascar has been in regular contact with all Volunteers, who remain on stand fast as a precautionary measure. All Volunteers in Madagascar are accounted for and safe.
Peace Corps staff in Madagascar are working closely with the U.S. Embassy to carefully monitor the situation. They will, if necessary, take appropriate actions under the Peace Corps/Madagascar Emergency Action Plan. The safety and security of Volunteers is the number one priority of the Peace Corps.
Each Peace Corps program has an Emergency Action Plan specific to that country and developed in cooperation with Peace Corps Washington and the local U.S. Embassy. The plans are evaluated and tested frequently and information is updated constantly. Volunteers are thoroughly trained in their roles and responsibilities, and posts are prepared for all emergencies.
Families may contact the Peace Corps/Madagascar Desk with any questions or concerns they may have at 202-692-2324 during business hours, and the Office of Special Services after hours. The Office of Special Services maintains a 24-hour, 7 days a week duty system. The telephone number during standard office hours is 1-800-424-8580, Extension 1470; the after hours number is 202-692-1470. The Office of Special Services can also be contacted via e-mail at ossdutyofficer@peacecorps.gov.
Over 811 Peace Corps Volunteers have served in Madagascar since the program was established in 1993. Volunteers on this Indian Ocean island work in the areas of education, environmental and agricultural conservation, health and HIV/AIDS awareness, hygiene promotion, animal and wildlife preservation, and business development.
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