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An Interview With Senior Diplomat Akins Growing up, I never imagined I could make a living by traveling the world and making an impact. Over time, I made it my mission to inspire and educate underrepresented groups on travel opportunities and international affairs careers. Moreover, when former Diplomat-in-Residence Darion Akins contacted me to explore my […]
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Hey Travelers! In this article and video, I’m going to give you an update of what’s been going on in my life. We’ll explore my journey, from planning a wedding in two months to being featured in The New York Times, all while navigating a career in international affairs and living overseas. Wedding Planning in […]
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Hey Travelers! My journey as a Foreign Service Officer has been a rollercoaster filled with challenges and unexpected turns. Today, I want to share my personal experience of my journey to Brazil, my first diplomatic assignment. Over two years, I faced trials, learned invaluable lessons, and discovered the beauty of Brazil amidst a global pandemic […]
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Work-Fashion Haul Hey Travelers! I’m excited to take you on my first-ever work fashion haul! I am excited to do a fashion-haul with y’all because I started a new job and I haven’t been shopping in two-years because of the pandemic. Even though I began a new job, I did not buy any clothes because […]
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Hey Travelers! Diplomacy is a wonderful career path that many people don’t know about. In this article and video, we will look at some valuable resources that can help you gain a deeper understanding of diplomacy, what diplomats do, and the world of the Foreign Service. Whether you’re considering a career in diplomacy or simply […]
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Hey Travelers! Today, I’ll be taking you on a day in my life! On this day in particular, I take out along on my fitness journey at home and by the beach. Fitness At The Beach The day kicks off with a beautiful ride at the beach. I hop on my bike for a ride […]
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Hey Travelers! It’s my birthday! Join me in celebrating my birthday! I’ll take you on a journey of self-care and special moments, from pampering myself with a pedicure to enjoying thoughtful birthday gifts and a beautiful beach day. A Dry Pedicure Experience I treated myself to a pedicure for my birthday. What surprised me was […]
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Hey Travelers! Learning a new language can be a fascinating and amazing experience, but what if you could get paid to do it as a diplomat? In this article and video, we’ll explore my personal experiences and insights into what it’s like to learn a language as a diplomat. From the unique opportunities to the […]
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Hey Travelers! The Foreign Service selection process for becoming a U.S. diplomat with the U.S. Department has changed. These changes are related to the Foreign Service Officer Test (FSOT). We will explore the reasoning behind these changes and their implications. Evolving Selection Criteria For The Foreign Service Historically, the FSOT served as the primary gateway […]
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Hey Travelers! In this article and video, I am going to share my initial impressions of Brazil. Having recently arrived in this vibrant country, I want to discuss the aspects that have left a strong impact on me. Brazil, while not my home country, has already started to feel like a second home. I feel […]
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