8 tips to become a very special volunteer

So you want to become a volunteer ? It is easy, just make sure you respect those golden rules: don’t conduct any research on the NGO you want to work with. As long as it is oversea, no risk no fun! Why wasting time reading a bit about the place where you’re going? Use this precious time to shop instead. African and Asia are hot … Continue reading 8 tips to become a very special volunteer

Why it feels so good to undress a military

I am not American. I have never supported any war. I am not in the military nor have any relative in the army. Foremost, I am a former aid worker, whose aim was to help the victims of the cruelty of wars. Still, I really liked American Sniper (not only because of my incurable crush for Bradley Cooper). I have been tremendously touched but the … Continue reading Why it feels so good to undress a military

So long, my friend!

Today is the last day of my sabbatical. Today, if all had gone according to plan, I would have accepted another mission and would get ready for the field again. Would have sent the passports of the family to the HQ in Geneva and started feeling this so familiar mix of anticipation and excitement. I have always loved my job as a Communication Officer, and it always surprised me (I can say it now) … Continue reading So long, my friend!