Peace Corps Volunteers Arrive in Kyrgyzstan to Teach English

A group of 27 new American volunteers has arrived in Kyrgyzstan, ready to embark on their service as English language teachers in secondary and higher education institutions across the country.

The volunteers, welcomed by the Peace Corps office in the Kyrgyz Republic, will undergo an intensive 11-week training program. This preparation includes mastering the Kyrgyz language and culture, as well as specialized training in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) and co-teaching methodologies.

Their deployment is a collaborative effort, with invitations extended by the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations. These ministries aim to bolster the nation's educational system and support the government's broader goals of fostering prosperity and economic independence for Kyrgyz citizens.

Upon successful completion of their training in August, these trainees will officially become Peace Corps volunteers and commence a two-year commitment. They will work alongside local educators, enhancing their professional capacity and improving students' language skills in various regions, including Chuy, Naryn, Issyk-Kul, Talas, Osh, and Jalal-Abad. Since 1993, the Peace Corps has sent nearly 1,400 volunteers to Kyrgyzstan, contributing to locally prioritized development projects.