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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Phalarope enriches learning and training through a multifaceted approach, combining practical internships and fellowships with educational webinars to cater to diverse learning preferences and needs. Through internships and fellowships, participants gain invaluable hands-on experience in specific areas such as epidemiology, program development, and monitoring and evaluation, allowing them to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings, thereby enhancing their professional and personal growth. Complementing these experiences, Phalarope's specialized webinars provide a platform for deeper understanding and continuous learning in these areas. These webinars, led by experts and practitioners, offer insights into current trends, methodologies, and best practices, facilitating a comprehensive learning experience that not only educates but also equips participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their respective fields. Through this dual approach, Phalarope ensures a holistic development process, integrating practical training with theoretical knowledge, thereby preparing individuals for the challenges and opportunities in the nonprofit sector and beyond.Phalarope is dedicated to offering enriching internship and fellowship opportunities for both students and professionals eager to gain practical experience in the nonprofit sector or specific fields of interest.  These opportunities are available as summer internships or year-long fellowships, catering to individuals keen on acquiring hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge in their chosen domains.

 Key areas of focus include:

 - Public Health and Epidemiology: Participants can work on projects aimed at enhancing community health outcomes, engaging in research, data analysis, and health education initiatives. This experience provides a robust understanding of public health principles and strategies to tackle health disparities.

 - Program Development: Interns and fellows can contribute to the planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs designed to positively impact communities, gaining skills in project management, needs assessment, and program evaluation.

 - Non-Profit Accounting: Offering a platform for practical experience in financial management within the nonprofit sector, participants may assist with budgeting, financial reporting, grant management, and fundraising, thereby building a foundation in financial stewardship and nonprofit fiscal practices.

 - Social Media and Marketing: In the digital age, interns and fellows have the chance to contribute to social media campaigns, content creation, and marketing strategies, gaining experience in digital platform utilization, content development, and social media metrics analysis.

 - Agriculture: Participants can engage in sustainable agriculture projects, collaborate with local farmers, and develop initiatives to promote food security and sustainable farming practices, understanding the sector's challenges and opportunities.

Lavanya Bollam MPH2017 Education

Lavanya Bollam MPH

2017 -2018 Education

Priya Patel, MPH2017 Nutrition

Priya Patel, MPH

2017-2018 Nutrition

Rachel Usher , BS -  MPH 2018 Epidemiology

Rachel Usher , BS - MPH

2018-2019 Epidemiology

Maria Fernanda Alvarado Mariano Galvez University Guatemala 2019 Women’s Economic Empowerment

Maria Fernanda Alvarado Mariano Galvez University Guatemala

2019-2020 Women’s Economic Empowerment

Abraham Lebos- Pre Med Student University of Georgia2019 Maternal & Child Health

Abraham Lebos- University of GA

2019- 2020 Maternal & Child Health

Khayla Mcclinton, BS 2019-2020 Maternal & Child Health

Khayla Mcclinton, BS. GA Southern University

2019-2020 Maternal & Child Health

Jack Rittmeyer - Georgia Southern Univerisity

2019 -2021 Accounting

Christina Lee, BA NYU

2020-2021 Communications

Miriam Margarita Urízar-Ávila, BS NYU

2020 -2021 Communications

Carmen Maria Urizar-Avila, BS Pace University

2020-2021 Communications

Diego Benavides Savannah College of Art and Design

2023 - Present Marketing and Media