Three New Peace Corps Volunteers Sworn in to Serve in Dominica

Three new Peace Corps Volunteers have officially begun their two-year tour of duty in Dominica following the 95th swearing-in ceremony in the Western Caribbean.

They are part of a wider group of eleven volunteers assigned to the Caribbean this year, with others set to serve in Grenada, St. Lucia, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

Speaking at the ceremony, Acting Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Hon. Dr. Irving McIntyre, described Dominica’s education system as a pathway to empowerment, opportunity, and nation building. He said the presence of the three volunteers reflects a commitment to fostering critical thinkers and dreamers among the nation’s youth.

During their two weeks of in-country training, the volunteers developed the resilience, adaptability, and open-mindedness needed for their service ahead.

Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Education and Parliamentary Representative for Portsmouth, Hon. Finella Wenham Shepherd, encouraged the new volunteers to embrace local life and build strong relationships within the community. She highlighted the value of cultural exchange and the friendships that will grow over the course of their service.

The volunteers’ preparation included intensive technical training, language learning, and model school practice — all designed to equip them for effective teaching and community engagement.

The Peace Corps has had a long history in Dominica, and this latest group continues the tradition of service, learning, and partnership between the island and the United States.