Robert Fellner

Free Online Course: New Approaches to Countering Terror

The “New Approaches to Countering Terror: Countering Violent Extremism” is anchored by the University of Maryland, College Park through Coursera. It is known as a multi-week interactive program that is provided by the National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START). This course allows students to learn different philosophical and pragmatic challenges that have been bringing various challenges to Countering Violent Extremism (CVE). Bill Braniff, who is the Director of START and the course instructor, will …

Top 10 Ethics Training Courses Available Entirely Online

There are a number of reasons why you might want to consider taking an ethics training course online. Perhaps you work in a field where ethical considerations are important, but you don’t have the time to attend an in-person class. Or maybe you’re interested in learning more about ethics but aren’t sure where to start. Whatever your reason, there are a number of online courses available that can help you learn more about ethical principles and how to apply them …

NGO Internships in Kolkata

India is widely offering NGO internships for students and young people willing to offer their skills and knowledge and work with the people in need. Depending on the organization, there are different requirements and eligibility criteria for interns. Here are listed 10 NGO internships in Kolkata. MAD – Make a Difference MAD is a non-profit organization that mobilizes young leaders to ensure rightful outcomes for children from vulnerable groups and in need of urgent care and protection. The organization consists …

NGO Internships in New York City

Being an intern in New York can be an interesting and rewarding experience and at the same time the perfect opportunity to make a transition from academic life to a professional career. There are various internship opportunities for students and fresh graduates in different fields of work. Here is the list of 10 NGO Internships in NYC. The New York City Economic Development Corporation – NYCEDC NYCEDC is a non-profit corporation dedicated to the creation of a dynamic, equitable, and …

NGO Internships in Zimbabwe

Internships are a great opportunity to get the first-hand experience in non-profit organizations and help the people in need at the same time. Not every internship position is paid, but some cover travel or accommodation costs. Here are 10 NGO Internships in Zimbabwe. Tariro House of Hope Tariro House of Hope is an NGO based in Zimbabwe which works in the field of child rights and aims to reduce the impact of poverty on children. THH has two different Internship …

NGO Internships in Mumbai

Being one of the biggest cities in India, Mumbai is a city full of opportunities. For those interested in creating a change, there are various NGOs which are addressing the issues of human rights – from child labor to poverty and human trafficking. If you wish to get professional experience in Mumbai, here are 10 NGO internships that can be useful. Bigger than life Bigger than life is an NGO founded by a group of enthusiastic people who believe in …

5 Organizations Offering UN Jobs in London

The UN is comprised of many branches tackling various issues like food security, health, human rights, and more. If you’re looking for an opportunity in London, here are five organizations that offer jobs: UNFPA UNFPA or The United Nations Population Fund is dedicated to a world where “every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person’s potential is fulfilled.” To accomplish this goal, the UNFPA focuses on reproductive health and birth control through national strategies and supplying …

Free online course: Improving the Health of Women, Children and Adolescents – from Evidence to Action

Improving the Health of Women, Children and Adolescents: from Evidence to Action is a course offered by the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine in the United Kingdom. The course can be beneficial for a wide range of individuals. Undergraduates interested in health care careers and medical students and post graduates can benefit from the material as well as other professionals who deal with the health of women, children and adolescents. Taught through a series of English lecture videos, …

Volunteering for LGBTI Issues: Our Short Guide

When applying for colleges, universities, and careers, volunteer positions are a great way to build experience and your resume. LGBTI companies and organizations often offer volunteer positions to undergraduates, professionals, and people looking to make a difference in the LGBTI community. Many places allow their volunteers to work hands on with the organizations main objectives and become part of the team. Important figures in human rights fields have started out as volunteers who found their calling and made a difference …

5 Organizations Offering Peace and Conflict Studies Jobs in Nigeria

Nigeria plays a very strategic role on the African continent. Not only is it the continent’s largest economy by GDP, but it is also the most populous. The sociopolitical and socioeconomic position of Nigeria on the continent means that whenever there is conflict, it reverberates across the African continent, sometimes with negative ripple effects. Given that Nigeria experienced a devastating Civil War shortly after it attained independence in 1960, and given the country’s recent ‘war’ against Islamist terrorism as perpetrated …