Caroline Lindsay
Topsfield,MA
Summary
Experienced and passionate leader in community development, human rights advocacy, and sustainable development. Proven ability to create positive social change through strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and managing diverse teams. I have successfully promoted inclusive environments and empowered marginalized groups, with a strong focus on sustainable solutions. Key accomplishments include managing initiatives aligned with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals and fostering women's empowerment through educational programs. Currently pursuing a degree in International Relations and Sustainable Development and holding a Certificate in Community Development, I aim to leverage my expertise to drive impactful projects in both local and global contexts.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Camp Counselor
Pingree Day Camp
South Hamilton Massachusetts, United States
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Strengthened leadership skills through managing 60 children, and directing a team of 6 other counsellors.
- Maintained positive camp experiences through compassionate, holistic support.
- Addressed behavioral issues, and resolved conflicts and fights between children.
- Created an inclusive camp environment, promoting social interaction and cultural diversity.
- Responded quickly to crisis situations, taking decisive action for camper safety.
Womens Empowerment Internship
GVI
Pokhara, Nepal
05.2024 - 05.2024
- Fostered a positive learning environment with the use of clear communication skills.
- Developed and implemented creative lesson plans for diverse classroom environments.
- Held lectures on sustainable waste management to help efforts to overcome Nepal's trash dumping issues
- Gave materials and provided support to women so they could make reusable tote bags to sell and use themselves to decrease the use of plastic bags
Global Impact Virtual Intern
Global Leadership Adventures
Remote
02.2021 - 03.2021
- Developed critical leadership and career skills while developing initiatives around the UN's Sustainable Development Goals
- Partnered with SAVE organization in South Africa to create awareness about medical issues and safe healthy hygiene practices in townships
Harvard Undergraduate IR Scholars Program
Harvard School of International Relations
Remote
06.2020 - 06.2020
- Immersive and synergistic experience through lectures from professionals, including Henry Kissinger and Leon Panetta
- Enhanced understanding of challenges faced by professionals
- Developed fundamental skills in writing policy memos, project management, and idea implementation
- Attended international seminars for professional development and networking opportunities.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Community Development
University of Richmond
United StatesMaster of Arts (Honours) - International Relations and Sustainable Development
University of St Andrews
St Andrews, Fife 09.2022 -
High School Diploma -
Masconomet Regional High School
Boxford, Massachusetts 09.2018 - 06.2022
Global Competency Diploma - Global Awareness
Masconomet Regional High School
Boxford, Massachusetts06.2022
Skills
- Patient and perseverant
- Sustainable development goals knowledge
- Human rights advocacy
- Supervisory leadership
- Experience with ArcGIS, RStudio, and other data analysis tools
- Microsoft Office tools
- Video Editing and Production
- Policy Briefs
Affiliations
- UNICEF on Campus Leadership Committee
- EmpowHER society member
Timeline
Womens Empowerment Internship
GVI
05.2024 - 05.2024
Master of Arts (Honours) - International Relations and Sustainable Development
University of St Andrews
09.2022 -
Camp Counselor
Pingree Day Camp
06.2022 - 08.2024
Global Impact Virtual Intern
Global Leadership Adventures
02.2021 - 03.2021
Harvard Undergraduate IR Scholars Program
Harvard School of International Relations
06.2020 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
Masconomet Regional High School
09.2018 - 06.2022
Certificate of Higher Education - Community Development
University of Richmond
Global Competency Diploma - Global Awareness
Masconomet Regional High School
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