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Members List:
Links Section
Membership/Website:
Debra Cesario
President:
Nino DeProphetis
Secretary:
Lisa Gauslow
Treasurer:
Paula Larson
Member At Large:
Nellie Lazar
Newsletter:
Jessica Naugle
Members:
Gary DeBerry
PEACE CORPS NATIONAL PEACE CORPS ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL HOUSE (PHILA) NATIONALITIES SERVICE CENTER (PHILA) INTERNATIONAL VISITORS CENTER (PHILA)
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Welcome to the PAPCA websitePAPCA is the local RPCV group for anyone associated with Peace Corps in the greater Philadelphia area and serves as a resource for all prospective, current and returned volunteers.
Our mission is to "promote awareness of cultural perspective in an increasingly global era through service, education and social events." To reach our goals we hold monthly dinners at various ethnic restaurants, participate in community service events, and provide resources for Peace Corps Volunteers.
Are you new to Philadelphia? Are you an RPCV who would like to attend social events, get involved in projects, or re-connect with the Peace Corps community? Send an email to PAPCA through the link at the bottom of this page. We look forward to hearing from you!
DUE TO ORGSITES MAINTENANCE WORK, OUR EMAILING CAPACITY IS CURRENTLY DISABLED. THEREFORE WE ARE UNABLE TO SEND THE USUAL SECOND SATURDAY DINNER EMAILS OR ANY OTHER EMAIL ANNOUNCEMENTS. IF YOU ARE READING THIS AND WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND EVENTS LISTED IN THE CALENDAR, PLEASE RSVP ACCORDING TO THE INFORMATION IN THE CALENDAR TO THE LEFT. THANK YOU.
- Annual Holiday Potluck - December 13th at the home of Ann Hearn.
Arrive after 6:30pm with your favorite dish to share at 1237 Folkestone Way in Cherry Hill, NJ 08034.
RSVP to Nino at 610-410-2691 or nino249@comcast.net. Carpooling to NJ can be arranged for those in need of transportation.- 2009 Calendars: The wonderful calendars produced by the RPCVs of Wisconsin have arrived and are available for purchase. Each calendar is $10 and can be purchased at any PAPCA event.
If you would like a calendar mailed to you, please mail your check to Paula and include $3 for postage. Her address and contact information can be found at the bottom of this page.- Call for submissions...Sojourners, PAPCA's quarterly newsletter will be out soon! Let us know what's going on. Taken any trips lately? Reconnected with a host family? What accomplishments (personal or professional) would you like to share with the group? Email Jessica photos, updates, letters, and everything else!
- Check out the updated Photo Gallery with images from Jamacian Jerk Hut.
- Become a PAPCA member now! See information below on how to join.
- 2009 Calendars: The wonderful calendars produced by the RPCVs of Wisconsin have arrived and are available for purchase. Each calendar is $10 and can be purchased at any PAPCA event.
DON'T Let your Membership with NPCA or PAPCA expire. Enjoy Worldview Magazine, the PAPCA newsletter, and numerous other benefits! Renew by visiting www.rpcv.org and clicking on "Join/Renew" or contact Paula Larson (PAPCA) about a local affiliate membership.
The PAPCA newsletter/website is a reflection of the
RPCVs living in the Philadelphia area. Send your thoughts, memories,
accomplishments and photos to have them included. Email our
newsletter editor, Jessica, for more information on the newsletter and
Debbie regarding the website.
Join or renew online at www.rpcv.org or send your check directly to NPCA. To join or renew ONLY with PAPCA, email Paula Larson and send a check directly to PAPCA.
*For memberships please make checks payable to PAPCA and send to Paula Larson at 730 Clymer Street Philadelphia, PA 19147.
National Peace Corps Association Group Affiliation
Membership
Your membership the National Peace Corps Association entitles you membership with your local affiliate group (PAPCA), a subscription to World View Magazine and Peace Corps alumni newsletter 3/1/61, discounts on travel and merchandise, and access to a number of members-only benefits such as NPCA's online directory.
____ *PAPCA only membership ($15)
1900 L Street,NW, Suite 404
Washington, DC 20036
groups@rpcv.org
