My first Magazine project proposal (with format) | Page 7

Sofia Petraki, Political Scientist, MSc
Logistics
“What is the value of all this organisatory effort if the hardware is missing? I
will make sure that adequate and sustainable equipment is present in the low
resources environment of sub-saharan Africa. As alumnus of the MSc
programme “Global Health - Disaster Medicine”, I know that creativity is
important in providing the correct tools for the seminar to be successful. Of
course, flexibility is needed, even when everything looks like a disaster.
When in Africa, my role as a political scientist will be to study healthcare
policies implemented and to recognise approaches to health issues in the administrative level.”
Mariana Kapi, Biologist
Security officer
“Security comes always first! This is a life motto learned from my
participation in the MSc programme “Global Health - Disaster Medicine” and
I will make sure that everybody understands its meaning. The sub-saharan
perils are many, but my job is to resolve any fear and make this experience
unforgettable to every participant. A thorough preparation and a prediction of
possible dangers will be my effort for this seminar. However, life is
unpredictable. This is why being flexible and always having a plan will be
my two commitments during the seminar in Tanzania. In the scientific level,
as a biologist I will be able to study the unique nature of the country and assess its magic, as well as
its dangers, in depth.”
Iliana Koukia, Language and Literature Studies
General assistant
“Organising a seminar of this size takes definitely a huge effort. Intercultural
communication is important and cultural sensitivity is a crucial factor that
guarantees success in all levels. My background in humanitarian studies will
highly contribute to applying a suitable approach when interacting with the
local community. I will make sure that emphasis is given to education and its
contribution in the evolution of society in countries of sub-saharan Africa. As
a secretary in the MSc programme “Global Health - Disaster Medicine” for
many years, I have gathered enough experience in organising previous
versions of the seminar. This year, I commit towards the unhindered implementation of the seminar
in the administrative level, so that every participant maximises their gain from it.”
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