April 16, 2015 – Peace Corps Worldwide

Peace Corps cites 20 percent increase in sexual assault reports: A sign of progress?

Apr 16 2015

To read this article published by Devex.com, a website specializing in International Development News, here is the link: https://www.devex.com/news/peace-corps-cites-20-percent-increase-in-sexual-assault-reports-a-sign-of-progress-85889 The article describes Peace Corps efforts to “change the culture” in the agency so that victims of sexual assault receive the “best practices” in support and treatment. Part of that change is to make Volunteers feel “safe” in coming forward with reports of such assaults. Peace Corps Director Carrie Hessler-Radelet has been discussing the work being done by the agency and the problems encountered. In my opinion, the Director is courageous with this public discussion.

Bill Fitzpatrick (Sierra Leone 1987-89) Remains Found in West Africa

Apr 16 2015

Bill Fitzpatrick was a Park Ranger and airplane pilot for 25 years transporting people by air, boat and or by motor vehicle from remote locations throughout the US and in two parks in Africa. He responded to emergency law enforcement, search and rescue, medical and fire incidents. He also worked to save wild lands throughout the world by working in a variety of National and International Parks. A husband to Paula, and father of children, Mary, Matthew and Cody, Bill disappeared on a flight in West Africa on June 22, 2013. This week his remains were found by villagers in Cameroon at a crash site in mountainous terrain where his Cesssna 172 went down. Bill was working as an anti-poaching pilot for one of the largest national wildlife preserves in Africa. Reports are that there was no foul play involving his death. Today his family is just grateful to have answers to . . .

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