Diana Smith's Page

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

I'm pursuing my master's in Conflict Analysis and Resolution because four years ago I worked for six months in a refugee camp and became interested in preventing the violence that is so disruptive to countries, communities, families, and morale.

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

Although I am American, I grew up in Alexandria, Egypt, and in addition to English speak Arabic, French, and Spanish. I studied Anthropology and International Development at Wheaton College for my undergraduate degree and traveled to Bangladesh and Ghana for practical internships. After graduation I moved to Washington DC where I worked for an anti-poverty advocacy organization.

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

Middle East
West Africa

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

While I'm currently in Oxford, my permanent address is in Washington, DC

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

MSc Conflict Analysis and Resolution at George Mason University

How many years professional experience do you have ?

3-5

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

Conflict Resolution, Psychosocial, Refugees

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

Advocacy, Research, Qualitative Skills

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

Southern Sudan, Forced Migration