Founded in 1978 – RPCV-NJ is the official affiliate group of the National Peace Corps Association for New Jersey.
The RPCV-NJ chapter of the NPCA :
- promotes awareness among our members regarding current Peace Corps policy and events
- advocates on the behalf of the Peace Corps
- serves as a social contact for newly returned volunteers
- provides a resource to local schools and universities for international/intercultural celebrations and programs
- funds Peace Corps Partnership projects, as well as local organizations founded by former Peace Corps volunteers
Each year, RPCV-NJ hosts several state-wide and regional events, such as:
- Annual meeting
- Ethnic dining and other Social Events
- Fundraising for PCP projects
- Outreach and Volunteer events
- Advocacy trainings and events
- Film screenings, theater and other cultural events
