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What Is the Peace Corps?
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Thehe Peace Corps as an organization is guided by individuals who provide their leadership and support, and, like Volunteers, have the same spirit of dedication to the work of the agency.  
Director
Meet Peace Corps Director Ronald A. Tschetter.
Deputy Director
Meet Peace Corps Deputy Director Josephine "Jody" Olsen.
Senior Management
Meet more Peace Corps senior management.
U.S. Government
As a federal agency, the Peace Corps reports to the Congress and the Executive Branch.
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The Office of Inspector General works to prevent and detect fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement.

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