Africa & Middle East

Quantified Grief

Throughout history, starvation has been deliberately used as a weapon of war. From the Siege of Carthage during the Punic Wars to the German Siege of Leningrad, nations and their leaders have routinely exploited food as a tool to impose their will. The story is no different today as we witness Israel's continued blockade and starvation of the Gaza population... Read More

The Beauty & Burden of Being Biracial

Many people may disagree, but I want to believe that beauty can come from tragedy. Rather, I have to believe that beauty can come from tragedy. For the only reason I was born is the same reason why over 100,000 people died in Iraq—Saddam Hussein being in power... Read More

Safety and Security: Two Different Futures?

My internship with the Nonviolent Peaceforce team in Minneapolis, Minnesota marked a pivotal moment in my life's path. As I stepped into the role of Development and Communications intern, the very essence of the organization's name sparked a profound curiosity within me... Read more