Community and Conflict in the Media

I know that it has been going on for a quite a while and it has lost some luster among media outlets and their listeners, but I still believe that the Israel-Palestine conflict is one that needs to be at the forefront of the news cycle, specifically the amount of collateral damage that has resultedContinue reading “Community and Conflict in the Media”

Politics in America and Nigeria

I think that one of the biggest stories that I have heard has been about the political climate in America. With the next election coming up, and candidates dropping out of the race, politics have been at the center of everyone’s minds. However, another country has a lot of political strife. Nigeria is going throughContinue reading “Politics in America and Nigeria”

Important Global Reminders

Hi everyone! I hope you are doing well! Recently, I finished up my experience and therefore had more time to reflect on things that were important to me that have been forgotten by the news and media. My background and passion has always been humanitarianism and fighting for social justice for those globally. As someoneContinue reading “Important Global Reminders”

Predictive Policing and Lack of Awareness

If I could get everyone to read one journalistic article about predictive policing (the subject of my IDEA Grant research project I spent the majority of my summer conducting) It would be “Targeted” by Kathleen McGrory and Neil Bedi, with photos by Douglas R. Clifford via the Tampa Bay Times. Link to the article here:Continue reading “Predictive Policing and Lack of Awareness”

A farewell to Cusco

As my time in Cusco comes to end, I can’t help to think about how much this experience has changed my life. I never imagined that I would have the opportunity to visit Cusco, especially do such a impactful labor with Casa Acogida Mantay. I leave this experience with so much gratitude and hope toContinue reading “A farewell to Cusco”

This Summer in Japan

This summer has been filled with unforgettable highlights and profound discoveries, both in Japan and within myself. I’ve had the opportunity to explore a part of the world I never imagined visiting as a child. In Japan, I formed lasting friendships while discovering the vibrant cities of Tokyo, Nikko, Kyoto, and Kamakura, immersing myself deeplyContinue reading “This Summer in Japan”