Kitty Thuermer, Team Leader in Zanzibar, Featured in Everyday Ambassador!
It is not just young millennials that are looking to create meaningful change in the international development space. Kitty Thuermer is a freelance writer, consultant and global nomad who grew … Continue reading
If I Were a Boy
2015 Summer Service Intern, Rob Handerhan’s blog “If I Were a Boy” was featured on Everyday Ambassador! Check out Rob’s insightful post.
My Spiritual Exposure
By Bethlahem Belachew “Enti Muslima?” or “are you Muslim?” asked Walid, after I told him that I was fasting during Ramadan. “La” I answered, attracting half of the classes’ attention. … Continue reading
A Captivating Culture
By Alexandra Green “Teacher, I have a question,” a student exclaims while looking at me. After looking around, I suddenly come to the realization that I am the teacher—she is … Continue reading
US Ambassador Susan Elliott Welcomes Unofficial Ambassadors to Tajikistan!
Last month, US Ambassador Susan Elliott welcomed our group of summer service interns to Tajikistan. The Serena Hotel hosted Ambassador Elliott, Cultural Affairs Officer Andrea Kalan, members of Tajik civil … Continue reading
Postcards from Zanzibar
By Kitty Thuermer As week 1 in Zanzibar winds down, unofficial ambassadors reflect on the week that passed and get ready for the week ahead. Kitty Thuermer is the AUA … Continue reading
On My Way
Camila is volunteering with America’s Unofficial Ambassadors through its Professionals in Service program. She is a Proposal Specialist at Creative Associates International and will be working with the Forum for … Continue reading
Teaching and Learning Languages in Morocco
Bethlehem Mehari Belachew, born in Ethiopia, is a rising senior studying Political Science and French at Furman University, in Greenville, South Carolina. In addition, she is working toward minors in Middle … Continue reading
A Once in a Life Time Experience, Again
Rob Handerhan is a rising senior History major at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) with a specialization in the History of the Islamic World and a minor in Arabic. This summer, … Continue reading
From Meknes to Stonetown
Brieanna Griffin and is a rising senior at Barrett, the Honors College at Arizona State University, where she concurrently majors in Global Studies and Anthropology. She is also pursuing a … Continue reading
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