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Part-time job opportunity

I'm sharing this info from a contact whom I've met through my work. Her name is Su He and she can be reached via email at …Continue

Started Sep 10, 2018

Peace Corps: Cleveland Field-Based Recruiter

Peace Corps is actively looking for RPCV’s that have NCE status that are passionate about Peace Corps and would like to be a Recruiter. Duties: Cleveland Field–Based RecruiterSummaryThis position is…Continue

Tags: recruiter, corps, peace

Started Sep 19, 2017

Ethnic Dinner - Kafaya's Kitchen

Nine NORVA members joined together to eat a delicious meal prepared at Kafaya's Kitchen (3650 W 117th St) in Cleveland. This is a wonderful spot to grab authentic Somali food from Kafaya and her…Continue

Tags: food, rpcvs, norva, somali, kitchen

Started Mar 16, 2017

Job Opp: Teach For America - Director, Collective Impact in Cleveland

Let me know if interested. I don't see this posted on their website, but spoke with their recruiter last week about this opening and can connect anyone interested. Title: Director, Collective…Continue

Started Jun 5, 2016

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Annabel Khouri commented on Jen Sutton's event July Cultural Dinner

"Hey there, Given the weather forecast and the fact that we're going to be eating outside, this event is rescheduled for Sunday, July 16th at 6 pm. I'm trying to reach everyone who has expressed interest. If you can no longer attend…"

Jul 14, 2023

Annabel Khouri commented on Jen Sutton's event July Cultural Dinner

"Hi everyone, Thanks for your interest in this event. I'm monitoring the weather since there's rain in the forecast and it's possible we'll have to move our dinner to Sunday July 16th. If you are planning to attend, please…"

Jul 13, 2023

Annabel Khouri and Lavinia (Jura) Tighe are now friends

Dec 4, 2019

Annabel Khouri is attending Inge Orendt's event

Soups of the World at German Central

November 23, 2019 from 6pm to 9pm

SAVE THE DATE for our upcoming bi-annual fundraiser, Soups of the World. More info later.See More

Nov 17, 2019

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Peace Corps affiliation.: RPCV

Where did you serve and when did you serve in Peace Corps?: Kenya 96-98, Small Business Advisor

What are your interests and how would you like to be involved with NORVA?: Main passion is sustainable development and, particularly, sustainable agriculture. As often as possible I join the group at the 2nd Sunday meal and enjoy going to other NORVA events. I also love working with NORVA / RPCVs to help with 3rd goal activities. Let me know if you are interested in helping out!

What keeps you busy these days?: My day job as a Peace Corps recruiter and my urban farm - baybranchfarm.com

Bay Branch Farm: urban market garden in Lakewood, OH

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Akron Global Village Festival

The Akron Global Village Festival was held yesterday at Lock 3. RPCVs from various decades came to share Peace Corps stories with members of the Akron community. Pictured above from left to right are Jimmy Filon, Romania (2000's); Phil Leber, India (1960's); Tony Paparella, Sierra Leone (1980's); Annabel Khouri, Kenya (1990's). Thanks also to Susan Wuscher and…

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Posted on September 14, 2015 at 8:42am

Host an International Visitor - 4th Annual Fulbright Scholar Weekend

FulbrightWeekend2015.pdf

This is a great way to meet people from around the world! I hosted two Fulbright students in the past and this is an amazing program. Don't miss out on this fun chance to give back.

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4th Annual Fulbright Scholar Weekend

Friday evening August…

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Posted on July 20, 2015 at 2:44pm

Why RPCVs Engage with Peace Corps

If you served in Peace Corps, you are well aware of the 3rd goal. But, did you know that you can get cool swag from Peace Corps by registering your 3rd goal activities/presentations? If you register two weeks in advance of your event, you'll receive a packet of materials, including stickers, a world map, a Peace Corps bag, and possibly even a calendar! You could share your experience with…

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Posted on May 6, 2015 at 10:10pm

NORVA Ethnic Dinner - Taste of India Review

Indian fare may not be that exotic to many RPCVs who are used to sampling foods of unknown origin. The bigger surprise was the turnout: 11 people showed up for the dinner in Cuyahoga Falls illustrating that there are indeed RPCVs outside of Cleveland eager for connection. In fact, the group informally agreed upon a future dinner at a local Nepali restaurant (details to come soon and worth the trek from what I hear).

The food was definitely tasty, albeit maybe a tad hot for some of…

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Posted on April 29, 2015 at 11:15am

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At 9:53pm on May 19, 2015, Chau Ngo said…: Thanks Annabel! We had fun and can't wait to the next meeting!

At 2:30pm on June 3, 2014, Corina Chang said…: Hi Annabel.

Thank you for introducing yourself. I look forward to meeting you soon.

Corina

At 10:09am on October 31, 2013, Margaret Darling Callahan said…: It was so nice to meet you! I would love to meet up again soon and exchange PC/K stories. Thanks so much for having me to participate in the panel on Tuesday night. I really enjoyed it!

At 5:55pm on October 18, 2013, Margaret Darling Callahan said…: Hi Annabel,

Thank you for your message! I was in Khayega, a small village near Kakamega in Western Kenya.

I am very interested in getting involved with third goal activities! Please let me know what I can do to help.

Looking forward to meeting you!

Margaret

At 5:56pm on August 29, 2011, Meredith Aggers O'Brien said…: Oh that's great! I'm definitely in. Let me know how I can help and the role you see me fulfilling and I'll get to work. I'm really looking forward to being a part of it!

At 11:24pm on February 24, 2010, Jay Mokotoff said…: Hello Annabel -- I just did a google search for RPCV organizations in Ohio and came across NORVA. I live in Clev. Heights and was in the PC from 94-97 in the Dominican Republic. I have lived in Ohio for approx. 5 years.

Who is "in charge" of NORVA -- I see you are the secretary, are there other board members? I'm interested to see what types of activities/functions NORVA is involved with.

Also, my mother-in-law is the manager at Ten Thousand Villages www.tenthousandvillages.com (a nonprofit fair trade retailer/craft store that returns profits to international artisans). She is interested in discussing potential opportunities (events, sharing experiences, etc.) for both Ten Thousand Villages and RPCVs. Is there someone you can refer me to for her to discuss this with, or would you be willing to discuss this w/ her. My e-mail address is: jaymokotoff@hotmail.com and cell phone is 216-272-2275, if you wish to contact me. Thank you, Jay

At 12:43am on December 16, 2009, Christy Bartley said…: Thanks for setting this up! I'm still working my way around the page. I'll keep you posted as I spend more time on it.