#PCWeek2015 Archives - Christine Bedenis

Kruu Ning: My Co-Teacher and Best Friend in Thailand

March 6, 2015

This week is Peace Corps Week and in honor of 54 years of Peace Corps, the Office of Third Goal put out a call for current and returned volunteers to make a video highlighting their “Host Country Hero.” Being my last month in Thailand, I knew I had to participate, if only to make something to show my appreciation of my co-teacher and best friend in Thailand, Kruu Ning. The videos were relegated to two minutes, which is not actually a lot of time, and so I wanted to tell the full story here.

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Host Country Heroes for Volunteers Around the World

March 1, 2015

I recently made a video highlighting Kruu Ning as my Host Country Hero. This was my submission to Peace Corps annual video contest to mark Peace Corps Week. I was chosen as a finalist, and there are so many other amazing heroes around the world. Here’s the video playlist of all the finalists!

Kruu Ning is My Host Country Hero

February 22, 2015

Way back in Pre-Service Training, two years ago, I was interviewed about what I wanted from my site placement. The only thing that I was adamant about was that I wanted to work with a co-teacher who wanted me there. It didn’t matter to me if I was in a rural place far from other people. I wanted to work with someone who was willing to work with me.

With Kruu Ning, that is exactly what I got. She filled out the application for a Peace Corps volunteer. She’s been there for me when I struggled and shared my successes. She has been so amazing. Which is why she’s my Host County Hero. Watch the video to learn more.