by Roger Avila Vidal | Jul 20, 2021
I felt joy and excitement upon hearing my acceptance to be a Karel Fellow. I did my best to contain myself until the phone call was over to permeate my room with joy. After months of preparation with my school, I felt ecstatic to start a new chapter in my journey....
by Qing Yu Chen | Jul 20, 2021
If there is one thing that I have learned at all, it’s that advocacy takes shape in many different forms. With my previous experience working with a woman’s organization in person during the height of the pandemic, I’ve only ever known visible...
by Kassandra Luis | Jul 20, 2021
This summer, I’m working in the campaigns department for the Human Rights Watch. Participating in this program isn’t always easy, but nothing that pushes you out of your comfort zone should be easy. Being a Karel Fellow and campaigns intern for the Human Rights Watch...
by Lizbeth Olarte | Jul 20, 2021
The city or place where you are born defines and influences your nationality, personality, behavior, and language. However, it should not define your future. The country, city, town, or village where you are born is responsible for protecting you and providing...
by Fatimah Abu-Sbeitan | Sep 14, 2020
Find a mentor. It’s like that Beatles song: How do I feel by the end of the day? Are you sad because you’re on your own? I got by with a little help from my mentors and you can, too. Friends are great for venting and decompressing from your day, but it’s crucial...
by Ashani Williams | Aug 31, 2020
“What do you want to be when you grow up?” The age-old question you start getting asked from when you say your first words until you finally choose your career. Prior to this opportunity, I was almost certain I knew exactly what I wanted to do in the...
