Hi!
Posted by Iman on August 18th, 2008
My name is Iman Mohamed, I am a recent graduate from Carleton University. I completed my Bachelor degree in Political Science with a Minor in Africa History. I have always been very interested in politics and world issues. It was in my 3rd year of university that I really started to discover my love for Africa history and politics. My motivation for applying for a placement abroad was triggered by my curiosity to learn more about new cultures. Also, I really believe that my education in international development is not completed without having the valuable experience of traveling abroad and working in a developing country.
My placement will take place in Botswana, with the Gender Unit of the Southern African Development Community (SADC). I’m very excited about being selected for this position because I’ve spent the last four months of my undergrad studying Southern African development, and learning about the political history of Botswana.
Through this experience I hope to gain a greater understanding of development issues, but also, as part of the African diaspora I think that this experience will be a valuable in helping me understand my heritage and roots. I think that an internship in a developing country is going to be an amazing opportunity for personal growth and development. I feel so lucky to be able to learn directly from community leaders in Botswana.
I’m just very excited and ready to soak in this amazing life changing experience. Botswana here I come!!
