The Peace Corps

The Peace Corps was founded by President John Kennedy in 1961. It sends American volunteers to third-world countries to help locals improve their education, agriculture and infrastructure. Back in the day, the Peace Corps was a popular option for college-age Baby Boomers. Now it's actively seeking volunteers from that same generation. Recruiter Kyle Jessup is in Knoxville promoting the 50-plus Initiative. He tells WUOT's Ann Lloyd many people are surprised to find the Peace Corps is still around...

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