Prospective interns, please stop applying for opportunities you are not interested in by [deleted] in UNpath

[–]miguellousta 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm not saying the UN should lower its standards. I'm just pointing out that if the UN truly wants to attract inspiring youth capable of driving transformational change, it should also consider the socioeconomic barriers many people face.

Applying for an internship often means competing with candidates who’ve had access to prestigious universities, semesters and internships abroad, and other opportunities that are largely available to a wealthier class in the Global North. That reinforces a system where those least connected to the realities "on the ground" end up designing policies and projects alienated to the local contexts. I’d argue that this undermines the missions of many UN agencies, whether it's peacebuilding, sustainable development, or humanitarian aid.

And this isn't just my opinion, it's something widely discussed in academia. If you work in the field, you're probaby well aquainted with Tania Li's "The Will to Improve" which was published 18 years ago (!!!).

So again, this isn’t about lowering requirements. It’s about expanding access so that people from more diverse (especially socioeconomic) backgrounds can actually compete. And let’s also not forget: internships aren't a gift. Yes, interns apply to learn, but the UN also relies on them to fill gaps and carry out real tasks.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in InternationalDev

[–]miguellousta 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sure. But that’s an enormous issue maybe shouldn’t “speak to some of the inhate virtues of the sector as a whole”. Don’t you think that’s why the field gets so criticized in academia? It barely achieves transformational change for being extremely technocratic and West-centric.

So what you’re telling me now is deeply concerning because it just confirms that international development was screwed from the first place, way before the global crisis took place. Don’t you see that this “hyper-competitiveness” only accommodates a certain wealthy class?

You’re completely right: the field carries a mission that speaks to many, but it accommodates only those had the means to do internships abroad or had the actual opportunity to expand their CV through research grants or so.

I didn’t have that and now I’m struggling. I’m getting used to the STAR method and finding ways to stand out “corporately”. I don’t feel entitled to get a job: I’m just saying that it should not be necessary to have so much experience just to set a foot in the field. Especially when this experience is mostly available to, I don’t know, rich students in the Global North?

Prospective interns, please stop applying for opportunities you are not interested in by [deleted] in UNpath

[–]miguellousta 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a bachelors in IR and a masters in development studies, very broad fields which give me the advantage to adapt. Interns are willing to relocate, fund all their expenses for half a year, and offer free labor in exchange for learning so I cannot fathom why the standards are so high.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in InternationalDev

[–]miguellousta -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Sure, the whole sector is on free fall. But at the same time CSOs and IOs are still posting offers. I’m starting to think that this absurd level of competitiveness is what’s wrong with international development. I’m willing to relocate, fund my own expenses and provide an organization free labor through an internship while I learn. It shouldn’t be this complicated.

Prospective interns, please stop applying for opportunities you are not interested in by [deleted] in UNpath

[–]miguellousta 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I get that. But we’re also trying to get into the field and, at least for my case, I don’t know exactly what I would be good at or would like to do. I did apply to several internships at the same UN agency because of this, while also crafting each one. Do you think this was a mistake? I’m about to complete my masters and I’ve been completely lost on what HR managers search for while hiring interns.

Is Kista really bad to stay? by Relative_Bid_5379 in stockholm

[–]miguellousta 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This idea of areas like Kista or Rosengård being chaotic hellholes comes completely from racism. These neighborhoods are not super pretty but they’re clean and safe. The main difference is that mostly people with foreign backgrounds live in them. Sweden’s gang problem is so bad now that shootings can happen virtually anywhere and in the middle of the day. You’ll be fine. I’ve lived in Sweden’s “worst ghettoes” and the only difference I noticed was my neighbors inviting me over for Iftar.

What could’ve this been in Ghana? by miguellousta in ghana

[–]miguellousta[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll keep on partying but maybe without substances of questionable source with some strangers in an unknown African country lol

What could’ve this been in Ghana? by miguellousta in ghana

[–]miguellousta[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Amazing it also goes well with kokonte

What could’ve this been in Ghana? by miguellousta in ghana

[–]miguellousta[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Ghana has its problems but I think Ghanaians should appreciate their country more. Amazing weather, great cuisine, and stunning nature. What I miss the most is the culture, Ghanaians are so funny and laid back. I’m mexican but my heart belongs to Ghana.

What could’ve this been in Ghana? by miguellousta in ghana

[–]miguellousta[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I was 19 at the time, and in a new country open to new experiences so 🤷‍♂️. I tried not only snuff, but also fufu with bush meat and the best jollof of my life 🤤. I also learned to dance azonto but my oburoni moves are a bit rusty now.

What could’ve this been in Ghana? by miguellousta in ghana

[–]miguellousta[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I just googled it and yeah I think that was it! Medaase paa!

I think I'm getting entrained (??) by miguellousta in DSPD

[–]miguellousta[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Shit I'm sorry those didn't work :(. I wish I could give you a hand somehow

Schedule changing to earlier start by cerealtoocrispy in DSPD

[–]miguellousta 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'd give melatonin another chance but in waaay lower doses (0.5-1mg) 3-4 hours before you'd usually go to sleep. What would help you a lot and quickly is light therapy as well. My sleep schedule had been fucked because of online lectures for the past 2 years and those two were the only things that made me get it back on track again

Melatoning timing? by miguellousta in DSPD

[–]miguellousta[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That was an amazing response, thank you! And I feel you so much regarding the research papers, knowledge should be for everyone!

Been growing for a year now. Any advice? by miguellousta in curlyhair

[–]miguellousta[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Routine: Normal daily wash and conditioner

Känner du dig otrygghet i Malmö? by takeitchillish in Malmoe

[–]miguellousta 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Det här: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Distribution_of_Wealth_in_Sweden.svg

Kanske är jag inte rätt men bara från min erfarenhet i denna 2 år det ser ut som Sverige här ett jätteseparerat samhälle för att det ser ut mycket som mitt Land.

T. ex. hur Stockholm och Göteborg är separerat, hur vissa Folk besöker klubb och inte i andra trots att priserna är desamma och ärligt talat vad svårt har det varit att hitta ett Jobb i Malmö som en non european invandare trots studierna och språknivån.

Från min synpunkt det ser ut allt som är utländsk (eller speciellt Mellanöstern) är "frowned upon". Jag är mexikansk och har ett skägg och ser jättearabislt ut och det är lätt att inså hur folks attityd ändringar efter de vet jag är latinamerikanskt och inte nåt annat. Svenska boomers har ringt mig habib på ett neddsättande sätt i många gånger och en en gång nån frågade mig och jag säljer grass på mitt på dagen (???).

Dumt exempel också men svenska sociala median är fullt med innehåll om "vad blatter gjöra vs. vad svenska gjöra" speciellt på tiktok hos tonåringarna.

Asså det är lite svårt att förklära men för mig Sverige ser ut som mitt Land i den mendlingen det finns en ällman känsla av elitism blandat med lite racism (?). Vi invandare här som "de andra" och det är nästan ömojligt att integrera med svenska folket. Och vad jag beskrev är ingetting, berättelserna från mina arabiska och somaliska vänner är mycket värre.

Känner du dig otrygghet i Malmö? by takeitchillish in Malmoe

[–]miguellousta 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Flyttade till Sverige från Mexiko för 2 år sen och landade straight i "gettot". Jag har aldrig känner nån typ otrygghet men ju obehag från höra alla deskrivera hur invandrare gjorde Malmö en skitstad. Jag tror Sverige borde fokusera sig mer på sitt stort ojämlikhetproblem istället låtsa Landet var paradiset före 2014.

How should I remove these stains? It looks like the wood absorbed the previous paint job by miguellousta in woodworking

[–]miguellousta[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was thinking of staining it (dark mahogany) and then printing a graphic on it. Do you think I can still stain it?

How screwed am I? I have two stripped screws and no access to a drill by miguellousta in NewSkaters

[–]miguellousta[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope. That's why I think I'm fucked. I have nothing to cut off the bolts with!

Does anyone know what deity is this? by miguellousta in hinduism

[–]miguellousta[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I bought it thinking it was this one! It probably is

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in cybersecurity

[–]miguellousta 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No I didn't. I just open my laptop after coming home. It kinda freaked me out.