Come out for an awesome weekend of camping at the Antietam Creek Campground less than two hours outside of DC! We have reserved two group campgrounds for the entire weekend--feel free to come one or both nights. Please do both of the following:

1. RSVP on our website so we can contact you

2. Use our form to sign up for transportation, food, gear info, and supplies. We cannot plan the trip without this information and we need to make sure everyone has transportation to the campsite.

We will charge $20 per person to pay for the campground, food, etc. Details to follow. Please contact the organizer (Sam Suzuki) if interested in helping with logistics and/or carpooling.

Campground details: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233176

RPCV/W and NOVA RPCV invite you to join us for an evening of International Development Professionals and other Federal RPCV Storytelling at the Writer's Center (metro accessible!) in Bethesda, Maryland Saturday evening May 17, 2025!

This event is about honoring International Development Professionals, and other Federal RPCVs impacted by recent changes to the federal government, giving them the voices they were denied. Join us to hear their stories and enjoy being in community.

Do you want to get on stage and tell your story? We will have 10 5-min spots for storytellers. Please sign up here by Friday May 2nd to be considered! Please reach out to us ([email protected]) if you want to tell your story but need a little help. **Make sure to ALSO RSVP below to the event in order to attend even if you signed up to tell your story.

**Note, this is intended to be a safe space for creative expression and as such we will not be recording nor will we have media presence. Please also review our community guidelines here.

Program:
6:00 - 6:30 PM: Potluck Reception (please bring a snack/appetizer or drink [alcoholic or non] to share, we will provide supplies)
6:30 - 8:00 PM: Storytelling
8:00: Happy Hour at World of Beers

We hope you will join us to honor the international development and Federal RPCV community!

The venue has limited space, please RSVP using the button below or email [email protected] secure your spot!!

Sa wa Dee Kah, Kam na bane ni Mauri, and Hello!

We welcome you to Peace Corps Connect 2025: Reimagining National Service; Building Bridges at Home and Abroad at American University's Washington College of Law. As your co-chairs, we—Mike Roman and Tracy Haugen—are honored to bring together RPCVs, friends, and global changemakers for this transformative gathering.

This year's conference brings together thought leaders, changemakers, and advocates to explore innovative solutions to pressing social challenges. As the first in-person summit since 2019, it offers a unique opportunity to foster dialogue, build connections, and inspire action. Through dynamic speakers, interactive discussions, and collaborative workshops, we aim to empower participants to drive meaningful change in their communities and beyond.

Whether you're here to share stories, exchange ideas, or forge new partnerships, Peace Corps Connect 2025 is your space to belong, reflect, and lead. Together, we will strengthen our shared commitment to service and advocacy as we explore the path forward for the Peace Corps community and our role in shaping a better world.

Thank you for sharing this journey with us. We look forward to learning, growing, and making an impact together. Connect, challenge, and act!

REGISTER HERE.