PEACE CORPS WEEK IN YEREVAN

Aysor
March 1 2010
Armenia

Peace Corps Week commemorates the occasion when President John
F. Kennedy, in a speech at the University of Michigan, outlined
his idea for a program that would send thousands of young Americans
overseas.

It is a week to celebrate not just the accomplishments of Peace Corps
Volunteers, but to recognize the efforts of all people who give their
time and support to address community needs.

Today, the third annual Volunteer Recognition ceremony was held in
honor of Peace Corps week at the US Embassy.

Ambassador Marie L. Yovanovitch and Peace Corps Armenia Director
Lee Lacy kicked off Peace Corps Week in Armenia by recognizing and
presenting certificates of appreciation to exceptional Armenians
who have exhibited excellence in volunteerism and service within
their communities.

This year, once again, Peace Corps Armenia staff and volunteers will
be promoting the Peace Corps and the value and merit of national
service and volunteerism across Armenia through a variety of events
and activities designed to raise public awareness.