Serving Sri Lanka

American Volunteers in Sri Lanka

Serving Sri Lanka brings you stories from Peace Corps Volunteers serving in rural villages across the island — the challenges, the small victories, and the everyday moments that make service unforgettable. Disclaimer: The views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Peace Corps or the United States government. The information and opinions shared here are based on my personal experiences and are not official Peace Corps communication.

Episodes

  1. 3 days ago

    The Monk Who Knew Me from Facebook

    Katie talks with Sophie about the time they went viral on Sri Lankan social media and everything that came with it. They also cover what it's like being the only foreigner in their villages, how their approach to all that attention has shifted over time, honest doubts about their service, and ideas around how to build a good life.  Sophie is a Canadian-American Peace Corps Volunteer from Toronto who is serving in Uva Province.

  2. 26 Jul

    What NOT to Wear in Sri Lanka

    Katie chats with Gina about how she felt about coming to Sri Lanka, cultural differences between Americans and Sri Lankans regarding clothes, what she packed for Sri Lanka and what she wishes she hadn't, and other topics. Gina is a Peace Corps Volunteer from Virginia who is serving in North Central Province.

  • 2 Episodes

About

Serving Sri Lanka brings you stories from Peace Corps Volunteers serving in rural villages across the island — the challenges, the small victories, and the everyday moments that make service unforgettable. Disclaimer: The views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Peace Corps or the United States government. The information and opinions shared here are based on my personal experiences and are not official Peace Corps communication.

Information

  • Creator
    American Volunteers in Sri Lanka
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    2
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © American Volunteers in Sri Lanka
  • Show Website
    Serving Sri Lanka