Equitable Education Fund

[IMPACT STORIES] — When a School Becomes a Market of Opportunities

An initiative from a caring educator – and some seed money from EEF – bring hopes and smiles to a remote school and community in Mae Hong Son. Seeking employment, applying for jobs and getting hired is no easy feat in today’s hyper-competitive labor market. This situation is even more dire for teenagers fresh out … Continue reading [IMPACT STORIES] — When a School Becomes a Market of Opportunities

BRAC

[IMPACT STORIES] — Snapshot: 10 ways BRAC has been supporting Cox’s Bazar through the pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic created a crisis on top of a crisis in Cox’s Bazar, where almost a million people from the Rohingya community reside in makeshift camps. Here is a snapshot of how BRAC has been supporting the Rohingya and host communities in the region during the pandemic. BRAC’s work in Cox’s Bazar is based … Continue reading [IMPACT STORIES] — Snapshot: 10 ways BRAC has been supporting Cox’s Bazar through the pandemic

How to gain credibility when you have little experience

Aspiring professionals, especially young people graduating from college who are starting a career, are often expected to have previous experience. How can you build credibility and the "edge" you need to break into the workforce even before you get a chance to build your own expertise? The answer lies in how fast you start and … Continue reading How to gain credibility when you have little experience

Why Resilience is the Number One Skill Today

[Updated: 28/06/2021] Today, when the health pandemic affects all areas of human life, and the job market is going through unprecedented turbulence, you need strong resilience skills to cope with challenges. These skills are crucial in the post COVID world. How fast you recover, renew your energy, and open up to spot new opportunities, show … Continue reading Why Resilience is the Number One Skill Today

3 Steps to a Successful Career Change for Mid-Career Professionals

When you feel stuck in your current job and you look for a more rewarding career, it’s difficult to make a career change especially as a mid-career professional. You’ve established a streak of skills and experience tailored to the current industry you’re in and it’s scary to pivot the career direction into a new path. … Continue reading 3 Steps to a Successful Career Change for Mid-Career Professionals