Writing Projects
As a writer/journalist intern at The Borgen Project, I am tasked with writing engaging articles that share global news related to poverty. Below I have linked some of my published work:
Period Poverty in the Maldives
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The Maldives, the smallest country in Asia, has made notable progress in advancing women's health care in recent years. However, sexual and reproductive health remains a heavily uncharted topic in the country due to religious sensitivity and national policy. One significant issue of concern is period poverty in the Maldives.
Recent Initiatives Empowering Women in Mali
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Mali, a landlocked country in West Africa, has one of the world’s fastest-growing populations. The country houses more than nine million women, yet the state of women’s health remains a critical issue. A lack of awareness and respect for human rights, especially for women and children, continues to drive disparities in education, governance, economic independence, and security.
The University of Notre Dame's Poverty Initiative
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On January 23, 2024, the University of Notre Dame announced a groundbreaking academic research program to address and combat poverty in the United States (U.S.) and worldwide. Supported by a historic $100 million donation from an alumni couple, the program “The Notre Dame Poverty Initiative” focuses on three key areas: Research, student formation and impact.
How the Ghana Bamboo Bikes Initiative is Addressing Poverty
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A major contributor to Ghana's economy is agriculture, as the country is rich in natural resources, including bamboo. Bernice Dapaah recognized this advantage, so she launched Ghana Bamboo Bikes, an initiative that would not only provide transportation to rural communities but one that would empower women across the country.
Improving Women's Healthcare in Liberia
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The Foundation for Restoring Women’s Health Care to Liberia, also known as Healthy Women Healthy Liberia, was established in response to alarming health care issues in the country. This initiative, led by Dr. Chris Hena, a Liberian-born medical missionary, aims to develop improved health care tailored to address the needs of women in Liberia.
iServants: Fighting Child Poverty in Belize
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Belize is a small nation on Central America’s eastern coast that grapples with multidimensional poverty affecting 35.7% of its residents. On behalf of The Borgen Project, I conducted an interview with Dr. Paul Whisnant, the visionary founder and CEO of International Servants (iServants), an organization dedicated to fighting child poverty in Belize.
