Be The Change
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Advancing Social Justice in the Moment
The work of peace and social justice is the obligation of all of us, regardless of our age, background, occupation, nationality, political views, economic situation, race, gender or ethnicity. The death of George Floyd in Minnesota reminds us that as a collective community we have the duty to remedy injustices that limit people of color and those who are marginalized because of structural and cultural barriers and oppression. Those of us who are privileged by class, education, or economics must recognized that to some degree we attained our status at the expense of others. We must listen with compassion and an open heart to those who cry out right now, and more importantly, take risk – often against our own interests – to rectify past wrongs and create a future for all that that is just, fair, equal, and peaceful.
We need to encourage peaceful, yet meaningful, change at this time. The Peace and Justice Studies Association has collected various resources that can be considered. The International Center on Nonviolent Conflict advances nonviolent civil change. If you are DC based and looking for training, consider the work of DC Peace Team. And I was part of a program hosted by the Rockville, Maryland Human Rights Commission in 2017 that looked at nonviolent change. See my blog listing additional resources.
Consulting
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Coaching
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Career Coaching Discounts for 2020 Fulbright returnees, Peace Corps volunteers & graduate program grads
Speaking
I speak on a range of international, education, career, and peacebuilding related issues. Find out about my speaking activities.
My Blog
Forage Center News: Summer 2020
The summer edition of Forage Center News features information about our upcoming first Forage Center Conversations on July 1, virtual career development programs, an interview with Sarah Gresham (our recent intern), and much more! Click here to read!
Forage Center Conversations Start July 1!
The Forage Center will be launching Forage Center Conversations on July 1, 2020 from 4-5 p.m. ET. Our first topic will be “The Power in the Peer: Peer Partnership Development in Humanitarian Education.” Read below for more description. Registration is here! Humanitarian work requires those involved to be in a constant state of flux; whetherContinue reading “Forage Center Conversations Start July 1!”
Strategies for Navigating Your Career in Times of Uncertainties, NAFSA, 6/30/20 (Virtual)
NAFSA is holding a virtual event on June 30 looking at international careers. Registration needs to be completed by June 26, 2020. Go here for more information and registration.
The Historical Legacy of Juneteenth, Smithsonian Institution
June 19, 2020 is Juneteenth. Because the current call for social justice in the U.S. after the George Floyd murder, there has been more attention given to the holiday which commemorates the date of June 19, 1865 when slaves in Texas were freed as a result of the Emancipation Proclamation issued January 1, 1863. ReadContinue reading “The Historical Legacy of Juneteenth, Smithsonian Institution”
SID Event: Finding A Job During the COVID-19 Era, 6/25/20, 1-2:30 p.m. ET
I will be part of a Society for International Development/Washington career event on June 25, 2020. Read below to find out more. The coronavirus pandemic has impacted the global economy in many ways, especially when it comes to the job market. Some organizations have had to downsize, close temporarily, or freeze hiring. As organizations adjustContinue reading “SID Event: Finding A Job During the COVID-19 Era, 6/25/20, 1-2:30 p.m. ET”
National Museum of American Diplomacy: Simulations Go Virtual!
Along with museums world-wide, the National Museum of American Diplomacy (NMAD) was forced to close its doors in mid-March 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In an instant, museums had to look for ways to reach their audiences virtually. NMAD was no exception, quickly engaging with its network around its Diplomacy Simulation Program to offer theContinue reading “National Museum of American Diplomacy: Simulations Go Virtual!”
