A Single Step

My latest journey has started and I am now making a point of posting at least once a month to keep people updated on where my journey is taking me. This is my December post, for those of you who are keeping track. :) I'm getting it in just under the wire.

I'm really glad that I've taken the first step in this journey and I am very much looking forward to seeing where this path takes me. There isn't much to report at the moment - I've been applying for some positions abroad and have revamped my resume (a couple of times). I have also been working to expand my network. No bites as of yet, but I have received some great bits of advice.

The one development has been my narrowing down my focus. I have decided that I definitely want to work in Gender Based Violence (GBV). This has always been something I have been interested in and I have worked within that area, but until recently I just wanted to get into the international aid field. Now I am looking specifically for positions working in GBV. My long-term goal is to work in GBV in the Middle East; however, I want to gain experience and maturity elsewhere before heading to that area of the world. Working in GBV in the Middle East will be a very intense and difficult experience and I think it best - for me and for the work that I will do - if I have more experience within GBV in an international capacity before I work in that region. Right now I am looking for positions in Africa and SE Asia.

I'll add another update in the new year - now I'm off to have some fun with friends. Happy New Year, everyone!