I am from GLODEP graduating class of 2024. Two months after graduation, I joined the World Bank Group as a consultant, where I leverage my expertise in economics and geospatial data analysis to inform lending and policy. My work focuses on just sustainable growth and on inclusive, climate-resilient infrastructure—grounded in hands-on operational experience in Fragile, Conflict, and Violence (FCV) contexts. I specialize in translating data-driven evidence into actionable investments and policies. I have contributed to lending operations, investment projects, and advisory services in Yemen, Malaysia, Thailand, and Egypt.    My two-year, rigorous academic journey in the GLODEP program—while navigating the systems, cultures, and societies of four countries—has profoundly shaped my professional life in international development. Exposure to diverse cultures alongside classmates from across the globe fostered the agility, curiosity, and adaptability needed to collaborate with global teams....

I currently serve as a Junior Officer in the Office of Internal Audit and Investigations at the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), where I contribute to the Investigations team. My primary responsibilities include examining and addressing allegations of misconduct, such as fraud, corruption, and sexual abuse, harassment, or exploitation.  Prior to joining the IFRC, I completed a one-year Fresh Graduate Programme at UNICEF, working as a Quality Assurance Assistant in the Service Quality Management department. This marked my first professional role following graduation from Olomouc.  My current position builds directly on the research experience from my final semester in Bogotá. The investigative methodologies—developed from an academic perspective—provided essential skills for a career in internal investigations. The curiosity and professionalism demanded by rigorous academic research are indispensable in my daily work. I first honed these qualities...

I currently work at the European Commission, in a unit responsible for anti-racism and non-discrimination at the European Union level. The GLODEP programme helped me build a strong European profile, particularly through studying and living in three different European countries. This experience was a real asset when applying for my current role. Interestingly, one of my superiors also studied at  Palacký University in Olomouc years ago.  Why did you decide to come to study IDS at Palacky University (Olomouc, Czech Republic)?  To be honest, I mainly wanted to travel. I discovered Erasmus Mundus quite last minute, and once I was selected for GLODEP, I was excited to explore a part of Europe I did not know at all.  What were your biggest learnings during the master’s course?  I gained strong theoretical foundations, especially in development studies, peace studies, and democracy studies. This knowledge is still invaluable today, as it taught me that arguments and interpretations depend...