Category Archives: International Development

Articles, blurbs and information about international development (my Masters’ focus), humanitarian aid and the like.

No Hunger Initiative.

Posted on July 13, 2009 by ShannonElizabeth

Action Against Hunger’s ‘No Hunger’ initiative to help raise awareness for hunger — sign the petition here and help out!Continue reading «No Hunger Initiative.» Continue reading →

Posted in International Development | Tagged Action Against Hunger, Al Gore, Anderson Cooper, Hunger Epidemic, International Development, No Hunger, Petition, plumpy'nut | Leave a comment

Shop Shamelessly!

Posted on June 10, 2009 by ShannonElizabeth

Enjoy the newest addition to my website, “The Scholar’s Shoppe” featuring products that give back to society! Every product listed gives a percentage of proceeds back to the associated organization or charity to fund future charitable endeavors!Continue reading «Shop Shamelessly!» Continue reading →

Posted in Food, Fitness & Fashion, International Development | Tagged Blog, Fair Trade, International Development, International Rescue Fund, One Mango Tree, PDF, Shop, The Scholar's Shoppe, The Traveling Scholar, TOMS, Unicef, Website | Leave a comment

charity : water

Posted on June 10, 2009 by ShannonElizabeth

Find out about charity : water and see how you can help! Also, for fashionistas looking to make a difference — check out the gorgeous necklaces that act as a fundraiser for the organization!Continue reading «charity : water» Continue reading →

Posted in Food, Fitness & Fashion, International Development | Tagged Causes, Charity, charity : water, Developing Nations, Homeless, International Development, Monique Pean, Water | Leave a comment

Such a Catch-22!

Posted on May 17, 2009 by ShannonElizabeth

Trying to find a post-Masters entry-level job to gain experience, but I NEED experience to GAIN experience? Seriously… what’s a girl to do?Continue reading «Such a Catch-22!» Continue reading →

Posted in International Development, Planning, Packing & Moving | Tagged Education, Entry-Level Position, Experience, Global Health, International Development, Internship, Public Health, student, Volunteer | Leave a comment

Development Dilemma

Posted on May 9, 2009 by ShannonElizabeth

Development issues in Latin America & the Caribbean.Continue reading «Development Dilemma» Continue reading →

Posted in International Development | Tagged Colombia, Development, International, Juarez, LAC, Latin America, Mexico | Leave a comment

Earth Day, Baby!

Posted on April 22, 2009 by ShannonElizabeth

Celebrate Earth Day!Continue reading «Earth Day, Baby!» Continue reading →

Posted in International Development | Tagged Earth Day, EPA, Green, Trails, Trees | Leave a comment

Wanna Do Something Smart?

Posted on April 18, 2009 by ShannonElizabeth

Help end world hunger with the help of FreeRice; answer trivia questions correctly & they’ll donate food on your behalf!Continue reading «Wanna Do Something Smart?» Continue reading →

Posted in International Development | Tagged Berkman Center for Internet & Society, Food Donation, FreeRice, Web, World Food Program, World Hunger | Leave a comment

Saintly Slip-ons!

Posted on April 14, 2009 by ShannonElizabeth

TOMS Shoes — For every pair you purchase, TOMS will give a pair of shoes to a child in need.Continue reading «Saintly Slip-ons!» Continue reading →

Posted in Food, Fitness & Fashion, International Development | Tagged Charity, Development, Humanitarian, Shoes, TOMS Shoes | Leave a comment

Paul’s Partners

Posted on March 24, 2009 by ShannonElizabeth

In memory of my grandpa, please join us in helping the National Kidney Foundation raise awareness and funds to help in the battle against kidney disease. Sign up to walk or donate on behalf of Paul’s Partners so we can reach our goal of $1000+ <3.Continue reading «Paul’s Partners» Continue reading →