Koror, Palau (May 2, 2026)— Today, the Republic of Palau welcomes the arrival of nine Peace Corps Volunteers, marking the return of the Peace Corps after more than eight years since Volunteers last served in the country. Upon arrival, Volunteers will participate in an intensive 10-week Pre-Service Training focused on Palauan language and culture, community integration, […]
Category: Billboard
Posted inBillboard
Palau Earth Day Green Fair 2026 Unites Community in Koror for Sustainability, Youth Engagement, and Cultural Traditions
KOROR, PALAU — On Friday, April 24, 2026, at the heart of Koror, the local community united for a vibrant celebration of environmental stewardship at the annual Earth Day Green Fair hosted by the Palau Visitors Authority. Guided by the powerful theme, “Our Power, Our Planet: Ng Ultuil Ra Klisiched, Leng Beluad El Rokir,” the […]
Posted inBillboard
Joint Partnership Advances Coastal Cleanup and Conservation Efforts for Earth Day
Koror, Palau — On April 25, 2026, In celebration of Earth Day, the Palau Conservation Society (PCS) joined forces with Isla Petroleum & Energy (IP&E) in a collaborative effort to protect Palau’s coastal environment through a large-scale cleanup and invasive species removal initiative. The activity, hosted by Rubekul Belau and the Earth Day Committee, brought […]
Posted inBillboard
Ngerbeched Youth Plant Fruit Trees in Earth Week Collaboration, Boosting Community Resilience
By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau — Ngerbeched youth and community members rolled up their sleeves for Earth Week, planting fruit trees at Taoch ra Ngetkedam on April 18 in a partnership that promises shade, fresh produce and a stronger sense of shared stewardship. The effort united staff from the Bureau of Agriculture (BOA)-Division of Horticulture […]
Posted inBillboard
Ikebana Master Koen Yokoi Showcases Art of Nature at Palau Visitors Authority Green Fair, Strengthening Japan–Palau Ties
Earth Day workshop highlights cultural exchange, environmental values and mindfulness through Japanese floral art By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau (April 24, 2026) — Renowned Japanese ikebana artist Koen Yokoi returned to Palau this week for her sixth visit, leading a hands-on workshop and live demonstration at the Palau Visitors Authority Green Fair marking Earth Day. […]
Posted inBillboard
Sandra S. Pierantozzi Donates $25,000 to
PCC Endowment Fund in Memory of MVP! The late Marcello V. Pierantozzi (MVP) was a distinguished champion of education. Prior to his passing in 2023, he had resided in Palau for more than five decades, where he and his wife, Madam Sandra Sumang Pierantozzi, established several highly successful enterprises. Their ventures not only contributed significantly […]