A group of Georgetown students have received national backing to develop a pilot program of the Peace Corps specifically designed for matriculating high school seniors.
Hallelujah! I was so excited when I read this article. The proposal aims to democratize the gap year by subsidizing the costs of international travel. The 9-month scheme would include training, shadowing a Peace Corps volunteer and working on an independent development project.
The program is still in the planning stages and requires final approval, but it’s a step in the right direction!
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