Peace Corps Morocco celebrated its 61st Anniversary ceremony on April 26, 2024, at the Peace Corps Morocco Offices in Rabat, maring more than six decades of impactful service and dedication to fostering cross-cultural understanding, volunteerism, community service, and sustainable development in the Kingdom of Morocco, a statement from the US Embassy said.
The event brought together U.S. Ambassador Puneet Talwar, Peace Corps Associate Director of Global Operations Scott Beale, Minister of Youth, Culture, and Communication Mehdi Bensaid, in addition to Peace Corps volunteers, staffers, Moroccan partners, and members of the local community to commemorate this significant milestone.
In his opening remarks, Ambassador Puneet Talwar lauded the contributions and commitment of American Volunteers and Moroccan staff members over the years. “For over six decades, the Peace Corps has stood as a powerful symbol of hope, cooperation, and understanding.” He explained that the enduring impact of Peace Corps Morocco is about “more than the projects; it’s about relationships built; it’s about the lives that are transformed – Moroccan and American.” He also commended Peace Corps Volunteers who “serve as cultural diplomats, representing Americans in the communities where they live.”
For his part, Scott Beale stated that “Peace Corps Morocco’s 29-year partnership with the Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication has been a testament to the power of collaboration and cultural exchange. Together, we have worked towards building bridges of understanding and fostering mutual respect, creating lasting impact and positive change in communities across the country.”
The Kingdom was one of the first countries to invite volunteers in 1963, just two years after President John F. Kennedy established the Peace Corps in 1961. Since then, Peace Corps has sent over 5,000 volunteers to Morocco, to work alongside Moroccan communities in youth development, strengthening life skills and promoting friendship. The Kingdom of Morocco remains one of the most requested service destinations for volunteers.
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