ABOUT

RPCV/W (Returned Peace Corps Volunteers of Washington DC) is an organization for Returned Peace Corps Volunteers and our community members to convene and connect through social events, professional development activities and community service opportunities to give back to the DMV. Our organization is passionate about supporting our members' and our community's needs to address white saviorism, disparities, and other systemic issues that are holding us back from a better world. We hope to provide a network of resources and support for our members as we continue serving in our careers and through cross-cultural experiences.

OUR MISSION

The Returned Peace Corps Volunteers of Washington DC (RPCV/W) fosters an inclusive network for members to connect through social, professional, and service opportunities. We build upon the skills and experiences of RPCVs to serve our communities and promote a deeper understanding of our world and its cultures.

VISION

We envision a world in which all people are respected, valued, and treated with dignity and Returned Peace Corps Volunteers’ knowledge, skills, and perspectives are recognized and utilized for positive change in the Nation’s Capital and beyond.

Join us!

Please read our Community Guidelines and be mindful in RPCV/W Spaces

Read the RPCV/W 2022 Annual Report Here

Upcoming Events

We have 4 official events and no member-led events coming up

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  Meet the RPCV/W Board

  Tuesday, December 05 - 05:30 PM

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  The RPCV/W Board would like to invite you to our Meet the Board Happy Hour. Join our board to discuss future event ideas, how our board operates and opportunities for you to get more involved in our RPCV/W community! More Board election details to follow.

  Come Meet the Board and enjoy the Happy Hour! Hope to see you there!

  RSVP   Add to Calendar 12/05/2023 17:30:00 12/05/2023 20:30:00 America/New_York Meet the RPCV/W Board Check https://www.rpcvw.org/meet_the_rpcv_w_board for the latest info. 606 Florida Ave NW, #1853, Washington, DC 20001, United States Brian [email protected] share

  13 people are going
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  RPCV/W Après-ski Holiday Party 2023

  Saturday, December 09 - 07:00 PM

  Ticket Required RSVP Limit

  President Jenna Smith's Home Map

  Let's celebrate the holidays and a farewell to the outgoing RPCV/W President of 3 years, Jenna Smith with an RPCV/W HOLIDAY PARTY: Apres Ski theme & Cookie exchange at RPCV/W President Jenna Smith's home in Park View, NW DC. Come decked out in apres ski (SKI LODGE) themed attire and bring some cookies for the cookie exchange. Hors d'oeuvres will be served. BYOB. We will send a follow-up email before the event to all paid RSVPs with additional information and the address. Hope to see you there!  

  The cost to attend is $10. Payment Instructions:

  1. Please specify the number of tickets you would like to purchase at the bottom of this page.

  2. "Click on" the PURCHASE TICKETS button which will direct you to the RPCV/W Donation Page.

  3. Fill in your information and "click on" CONTINUE TO PAYPAL button.

  4. Once on the PayPal website you can pay for your tickets.

  Please don't hesitate to contact the RPCV/W Social Coordinator via email: [email protected] 

  Please be mindful of the RPCV/W Community Guidelines here. We want this to be a safe, fun, and inviting space for everyone!

  RSVP   Add to Calendar 12/09/2023 19:00:00 12/09/2023 23:00:00 America/New_York RPCV/W Après-ski: Holiday Party 2023 Check https://www.rpcvw.org/rpcv_w_holiday_party_2023 for the latest info. Washignton , DC 20010, United States Brian [email protected] share

  12 people are going
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  Chess Club

  Monday, December 11 - 06:30 PM

  RSVP Limit

  The Board Room DC Map

  Let's go check out Chess on Tap at Board Room DC in Dupont. Happy Hour until 7pm. Please look for the PC flag. From the meetup.com event-Chess on Tap.

  "If you're looking for a casual game of chess in a fun atmosphere, this event is for you!

  Members range from beginner to expert level, and games are played both with and without time controls.

  We meet upstairs, on the mezzanine. Upon arrival, fill out a name tag and indicate your relative skill, to help facilitate match-ups.

  Club sets are available, though members are welcome to bring their own as well. We don't have club clocks, but most people use the Chess Clock app from Chess.com to play timed games."

  RSVP   Add to Calendar 12/11/2023 18:30:00 12/11/2023 21:30:00 America/New_York Chess Club Check https://www.rpcvw.org/chess_club for the latest info. 1737 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington , DC 20009, United States Anna/Brian [email protected] share

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