Jennifer E's Page

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

As a teenager my mother suggested that I could go to Russia to do orphanage work. The political and social injustices I experienced there opened my eyes before I went to University, which was a wonderful guide for the future.

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

Born and raised in Germany, claiming Munich as my hometown. I moved around the United States during the later years of High School and after roaming a bit more, had a dream about Montana! I spent 5 years in Missoula, MT studying Photojournalism, Geography and German. It was there, that i developed my undergraduate research project that centered around the Republic of Georgia, the ethnic and regional conflicts and migration pattern to Europe.

In 2005 I moved to Portland, Oregon where I found myself as a translator, software tester and voice over specialist for cheesy company commercials and training manuals. Sometimes you can use your hidden talents to put food on the table! I became involved with World Pulse Magazine in my free time and started as a volunteer editorial contributer. After 2 years, I decided to go back to University and study at Portland State University for the Conflict Resolution Masters.

I am about to give birth to a baby boy and will take a small break until spring term. We will see how life changes until then!

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

Germany, Russia, Philippines, Bolivia, The Republic of Georgia

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

USA

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

Portland State University Conflict Resolution Masters

What is one of your favorite websites in the field? (please provide one answer per box)

http://www.irct.org

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

Development, Humanitarian Relief, Psychosocial

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

Program Administration, Research

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

Art and Dance Therapy for war and abuse victims