USA Freedom Corps today released the following statement from Desiree T. Sayle, Deputy Assistant to the President and Director of USA Freedom Corps on Peace Corps' 45th Anniversary:
The generous spirit of the American people has given this country a great and long-standing tradition of volunteer service. During the past 45 years, the members of the Peace Corps have carried on this tradition with dramatic and far-reaching effect.
Established in 1961, the Peace Corps has brought the compassion and goodwill of Americans to individuals and communities throughout the world. Through the leadership of President Bush, the number of Peace Corps volunteers in the field today is at a 30-year high with 7,810 volunteers serving overseas. Volunteers in 75 countries work in the areas of education, health, HIV/AIDS education and prevention, information technology, business development, the environment, and agriculture.
The Peace Corps has played an invaluable role in engaging Americans in meaningful volunteer opportunities abroad and in so doing, has helped foster a more active and engaged citizenry. As we join Peace Corps in celebrating their 45th anniversary, USA Freedom Corps looks forward to strengthening our partnership and mobilizing even more Americans in service.
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