You know those people who never give up? I’m one of them. Spent 20+ years as a humanitarian professional across West Asia, North Africa and in Guantanamo Bay. I am fascinated by the potential of applying research about language & society to real-world problems, particularly using methods of Critical Discourse Analysis & Corpus Linguistics. I am a Dutch national educated in the UK having spent most of my life abroad. Actively developing my research skills to combine my passion for language with a will to make a difference in people’s lives. I write to inspire and aim to awaken the untapped potential of ideas. Working for the ICRC taught me to be humble, creative, adaptable and persistent in the face of all odds, with the end goal of safeguarding the life and dignity of people affected by war. I have worked on humanitarian policy issues, monitoring conditions & treatment of detainees, finding practical ways to promote and strengthen respect of International Humanitarian Law (IHL). Gained experience fostering meaningful relationships to help raise funds for humanitarian work in conflict zones. I strongly believe in human values and am constantly looking to find ways to address inequity in society. I'm passionate about helping others grow & achieve their dreams. I take satisfaction in transforming complex issues into easily understandable solutions. I believe in turning the impossible into possible. I learned that we can always make a difference in others’ lives, no matter how small. I have a track record for tenacity and producing results and thrive in challenging environments. I have an eye for detail and am highly motivated. At the end of the day, I’m the person who gets the job done. My motto: “Model the behaviour you want to see in others.” I'm interested in meeting new people, taking on new research projects and public speaking opportunities (in person or online). Services: * Ghostwriting