In August 2022, I assumed the role of a member-elected director on the National Peace Corps Association Board of Directors. This opportunity to extend my service to the Peace Corps community, a cause I am deeply dedicated to, has been profoundly humbling and immensely rewarding. Throughout this tenure, I've collaborated with exceptional team members to spearhead fundraising efforts, craft and execute DEIA initiatives, and engage in the Congressional Gold Medal lobbying efforts and advocacy endeavors to enhance the Peace Corps globally.

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In July of 2025, I chaired the first in-person Peace Corps Connect Conferences, Reimagining National Service: Building Bridges at Home and Abroad, since 2019. Peace Corps Connect 2025 brought together Returned Peace Corps Volunteers, global changemakers, and national service advocates for a powerful weekend of dialogue, connection, and action. The conference featured the Shriver Leadership Summit, Ti3 (Thesis in Three) presentations, service projects, Hill Day on Capitol Hill, a Career & Higher Ed Fair, and vibrant cultural celebrations. Centered on the theme “Reimagining National Service: Building Bridges at Home & Abroad,” the event invited participants to reflect on the future of national service in a divided world—exploring how service can build bridges across borders and within our communities. Whether reconnecting with old friends or discovering new pathways to service, attendees left inspired and reenergized to continue making a difference.

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The National Peace Corps Association (NPCA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, serves as a steadfast ally to the entire Peace Corps community, championing their enduring commitment to Peace Corps ideals and nurturing their capacity to effect meaningful change worldwide. The relationship between the Peace Corps and NPCA is not just one of mutual respect and understanding but a symbiotic connection that strengthens both entities. NPCA also recognizes the importance of exercising its independence and advocating for reform within the Peace Corps when warranted by community concerns. This proactive stance, both publicly and privately, fosters constructive dialogue and catalyzes positive change within both organizations. By embracing this dynamic of spirited debate and democratic disruption, NPCA, the Peace Corps, and the broader community are collectively strengthened and enriched.

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On September 27, 2025, I assumed a new role as NPCA Board Emeritus.