Protection Delegate (Urban Violence) - International Committee of the Red Cross
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- Written by: Suneet Grewal
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When Nathan Reyes decided to continue his undergraduate degree in the French language, he barely spoke it. It was a big gamble, but it paid off for Nathan, who now speaks four languages and travels to conflict zones around the world. He talks to us about landing a job with a 1% success rate, meeting with leaders of armed rebel groups, and the one skill he's commended on the most - and suggests you start working on, right now!
Watch his series of videos below.
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Engineers Without Borders Long-Term Fellowship
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- Written by: Engineers Without Borders
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Redefining your 9-to-5. Use your skills and experience to help socially minded startups grow their businesses.
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Freelance producer - Canada & Worldwide
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- Written by: Suneet Grewal
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Laura White got her start in television by playing dead. After offering to play a dead body for a friend’s feature, she made her first contact in the business - which quickly led to ten more. She talks to us about sending television crews around the world, gives tips on climbing the ladder in the world of unscripted television, and tells us what will get your resume sent to the bottom of the pile.
Watch her series of videos below.
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Corporate communications and social responsibility - Canada & Worldwide
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- Written by: Suneet Grewal
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Michael Bouliane believes in being a life-long student, and is always learning and adapting to the new trends in his sector. He talks to us about working for corporate clients as well as NGOs, adjusting to Beer O’clock, and relishing the moments he gets to be in a “Robin Hood” role. With more than 15 years in the industry, he gives us his best advice on how to kickstart your career, and what he looks for most when hiring.
Watch his series of videos below.
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Public Health Consultant, UN Habitat - Canada & East Africa
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- Written by: Suneet Grewal
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Doug Lau didn’t originally plan to specialize in global public health, but opportunities led him to a specialty he now loves. He talks to us about being an Aga Khan Foundation fellow, gives us tips for making yourself valuable to a development organization, and why if you’re stood up for a meeting in Tanzania, you should head for the bar!
Watch his series of videos below.
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I Went to Africa and I Didn't Help
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- Written by: Evelyn Harford
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Tips for reflecting on your role as a traveller in developing countries.
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Commuting Nairobi Style
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- Written by: Evelyn Harford
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Matatus, boda bodas and a whole lot of crazy; dealing with local transport in Kenya.
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Nairobi's Ultimate Thrift Shop
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How to bargain for the best deals at Kenya's Toi Market.
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Useful Swahili Phrases for Volunteers
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- Written by: Megan Lee
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Learning Swahili while volunteering in East Africa serves not only a practical purpose, but also opens doors for new experiences.
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The Key to Community Acceptance Abroad
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- Written by: Evelyn Harford
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Get a truly local experience with the right guide.
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The People of the Grey Bull
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- Written by: Steve Fabes
- Category: Beyond the Guidebook
British doctor Stephen Fabes witnesses the challenges of delivering medical aid and building trust with nomadic peoples in Kenya.
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British doctor Stephen Fabes witnesses the challenges of delivering medical aid and building trust with nomadic peoples in Kenya.
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Our Generation: Homegrown Electricity in Kenya
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- Written by: Andrea Gourgy
- Category: Why we travel
Local ingenuity brings homegrown electricity to Kenyan communities.
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Dreaming up a Borderless World
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- Written by: Jeff Minthorn
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Doctors Without Borders Canada founder, Dr. Richard Heinzl has travelled to 75 countries (and counting.) He speaks with Verge about living life adventurously.
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Backgrounder: Afghanistan
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- Category: Beyond the Guidebook
Beyond the bombings: a glimpse of Afghanistan's recent and not-so-recent history.
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Africa SOMA - Meeting of the Minds
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- Written by: Andrea Gourgy
- Category: Volunteer Abroad
An exchange programme gives kids from Nairobi's slums and Maasai children a chance to teach each other about the different ways of life within their own country.
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Must-See Global Eco Hotspots
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- Written by: Verge
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Attention eco-conscious travellers! This special destination section scans the map for the planet's top biological hotspots. From historical landmarks to reefs and forests, here are 13 eco hotspots you need to see—and ways you can make your travels contribute to their conservation.
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