Amanda LeRiche's Page

What motivated you (or your organization) to become involved in peace and conflict resolution?

A sense of solidarity and a compulsion to know and to help.

Please feel free to provide a short bio about yourself or the work of your organization (no more than 3 paragraphs)

I am a recent grad of the University of Queensland Master of International Studies Peace and Conflict Resolution stream. I have previously worked for the Canadian Red Cross in their East Africa and Indian Ocean division as the junior delegate to Madagascar. I have travelled through Europe and Africa.

Please list the countries and/or regions in which you (or your organization) have direct and significant expertise

Generally Africa -- I have particular interest in the regions bordering the sahara, the north, west particularly Liberia, and the Horn. I have taken particular interest in the Law of the Sea -- primarily piracy and zones of influence. I have also developped a knowledge base in aboriginal affairs.

What is your current country of residence (or location of your organization)?

Canada

What is your current job (and organization) and/or where and what field are you studying?

SEEKING EMPLOYMENT: Master of International Studies Peace and Conflict Resolution. I am currently particularly interested in Human Rights and Small Arms Control

How many years professional experience do you have ?

1-2

Which are your primary sectoral areas of expertise (or the primary sectoral areas of your organization) ?

Alternative Dispute Resolution, Anti-Corruption, Conflict Resolution, Culture, Development, DDR, Gender, Human Rights, Internally Displaced, Humanitarian Relief, Media, Organizational Development, Peacekeeping, Psychosocial, Refugees, Security, Terrorism, Transparency

Which are your primary skills areas(or the primary skill areas of your organization)?

Advocacy, Communication, Evaluation, Fundraising, Program Administration, Program Design, Program Implemenation, Research, Qualitative Skills

What are some of your current areas of research (if any)?

Small Arms Control, Piracy, Asymetrical/ Cultural Conflict, Gender, Land Disputes and Rights.