Bomb threat

Apparently, the Peace Corps office in Georgetown was evacuated about a week ago because of a possible bomb threat. According to one volunteer, the information came from a guy whose friend had been planning to bomb the U.S. embassy or one of the U.S.-related buildings (like the Peace Corps office) on the anniversary of September …

Great accomplishments in unfair conditions

I received a wonderful email today from one of the current volunteers. This individual is a member of the Volunteer Action Committee. VAC acts on behalf of the 50 or so volunteers by providing feedback, suggestions, requests, and complaints to the Guyana Peace Corps staff. While VAC’s powers are rather limited (suggestions only), its influence …