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Good morning,

Next Thursday, (January 15th) from 10:30 to 11:30 AM there will be speaker panel happening on campus for students interested in learning more about a career in the humanitarian sector. Please see the description and names/titles for the panelists below. Location: 474 UMSU University Centre. Attached is a social media graphic. Please forward this message along to students and student groups in Social Work who are interested as well as those who could help promote.

Also note that the panelists are on campus that day as part of an International Humanitarian Law conference at Robson Hall. That poster is also attached,.

Thanks for your support!

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Interested in building a career in humanitarian services? Join us for an interactive discussion with professionals with experience working within the humanitarian sector, including within international organizations and government. Panelists will share insights into their career paths, the skills and experiences needed to work in the humanitarian sector, and practical advice for students interested in making an impact in crisis and conflict settings.

Speakers:

Laurie Druelle, Humanitarian Disarmament Expert

Amélie Larocque, Senior Humanitarian Affairs Advisor, Global Affairs Canada

Karyn Stone, Senior Specialist, International Humanitarian Law Policy, Canadian Red Cross

This event is hosted by UM Career Services. Questions? Please contact cs.receptionist@umanitoba.camailto:cs.receptionist@umanitoba.ca or 204-474-9456.

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Trevor Lehmann

Career Consultant, Career Services

474 University Centre

University of Manitoba

Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2

Tel: 204-474-9059

Career Services is a unit within Student Affairs – Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences

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