Sarajevo: My Reflections

Sarajevo: My Reflections

Thursday (Day 6): Today I didn’t have any interviews scheduled, so I had the chance to really explore this wonderful city! I feel especially grateful nowadays because I have been able to spend my time here so far with a friend. Let me tell you a bit about her!...
Sarajevo: My Reflections

Sarajevo: Research Insights

First, I would like to apologize to anyone reading for the delay in my blog posts! I have been keeping track of everything that I have been doing and everything that has been happening to me on Notion, so please prepare yourself for an influx of posts updating you on...
Sarajevo: My Reflections

Sarajevo: A New City

Hi everyone! I landed in Sarajevo late on Saturday night; the director of the foundation I am doing research with was kind enough to pick me up at the airport. Unfortunately, my flight was delayed, but I was met with the warmest welcome to the new city! The director,...
Goodbye Belfast: My Last Week

Goodbye Belfast: My Last Week

Monday (Day 10): I started my last week in Belfast by spending the day in nature. In the morning, I had a wonderful interview with a trauma therapist who works for the Regional Trauma Network. Afterwards, I went to Belfast Castle, had lunch, and took a walk around the...
Belfast: Exploring the History & Culture

Belfast: Exploring the History & Culture

Saturday (Day 8): I started off the day by going on a walking tour of West Belfast. The tour is led by former political prisoners and was roughly 4 hours long. My uber driver dropped me off at the wrong location, so I spent the first half hour or so wandering around,...