An original documentary airing tonight will highlight the experience of 11 South Floridians who served during the early years of the Peace Corps.

A unique mix of interviews, archival film and photographs, the documentary will feature personal stories from returned volunteers, detailing their service and idealism while simultaneously tracing the history and heritage of the program.

“Serving America: Memories of Peace Corps” airs tonight at 7:30 p.m. on WPBT2.

The South Floridians featured in the film include Knight Foundation President and CEO Alberto  Ibargüen, who served in Venezuela and Columbia from 1971-1976, Donna E. Shalala, president of the University of Miami who volunteered in Iran from 1962-1964, and Roland Foulkes, founder & chief strategist, One Broward, who served in Ghana, West Africa from 1982-1984, among others.

Featured photos, in-depth interviews with volunteers, resources and other information about the broadcast is available on WPBT2’s website.

Since President Kennedy signed the executive order establishing the Peace Corps in 1962, more than 200,000 Americans have been inspired to work for peace in 139 countries.

Knight Foundation currently supports the Peace Corps in augmenting its digital library.