Ntshadi Mofokeng ‘12
High School: Ethical Culture Fieldston School
Hometown: Johannesburg, South Africa
Major: Undeclared English, International Studies Minor
Activities: BACaSO (Bryn Mawr African and Caribbean Student Organization), Amnesty International Club
Interests: Dance, post-colonial literature, community service and public education/youth empowerment.
Internship: TransAfrica Forum
TransAfrica Forum was a perfect fit for my first internship. I was able to learn about policy advocacy in conjunction with public outreach. There were many events targeted at increasing the public’s awareness of policies that are aimed at far-off nations but have an effect domestically. I found the focus on making connections to be an effective “teaching aid,” creating a space for further investigation. Each event increased the breadth of my knowledge and allowed me to learn about facilitating film festivals, panel discussions and book readings. I had opportunities to research new topics and write policy briefs while also getting a clear view of the inner-workings of a non-profit organization. It was a very valuable experience that will resonate in my academic path and extra-curricular activities.
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Hepburn Center 2009 Summer Interns
