Past Interns & Volunteers
Tanner Steinkopf
Tanner is currently a Master of Public and International Affairs candidate at the University of Pittsburgh where he focuses on international development, particularly via institutions that provide adequate, safe, and secure access to important social constructs that encourage social and economic growth from within. He has a background in data research and analysis. He learned about Playing to Live through cofounder and fellow PITT student, Jessi Hanson, and was immediately drawn to the organization’s mission and its on-the-ground methods of intervention. He is excited to be working with Playing to Live and looks forward to helping with the organization’s mission in any way possible!
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Rebecca PayneEducation: B.A.s in Anthropology, Spanish, & Arabic with a minor in French from Indiana University, class of 2013. Currently pursuing a Master's in Public Health (Health Behavior) at the Gillings School of Global Public Health of UNC Chapel Hill, class of 2019.
Interest in Playing to Live: Having previously worked in education with adult refugees in Cairo, Egypt, most of whom were from Sudan, Eritrea, and Ethiopia, I have wanted to become involved with the health and psychosocial needs of refugee populations for some time now, and intend to pursue these interests through my graduate studies. Playing to Live offers a model that respectfully listens to community needs and opinions, and I am thrilled to be able to work with the team to assess and analyze the mental health and psychosocial needs of refugees in northern Uganda. |
Dalton SheppardDalton is currently an Economics Major at UNC Asheville. He was immediately interested in Playing to Live, due to his focus on international relations and economic affairs around the world.
"I felt that this would be a perfect fit for my skill set, allowing me to use my knowledge to help others within the global community that need it. I have a special place in my heart for the well-being of humans and the sustainability of healthy living environments. With PTL’s objective to positively influence children in affected areas, I can see a bright future for these communities and potential for an economically sustainable future with healthy and happy members. Through therapeutic and artistic outlets, I feel that these children will be able to develop their environment as they grow older to prevent the sort of outcomes that leave young people feeling hopeless and abandoned. When it comes to my tasks as an intern, I find great joy in knowing that my efforts will directly impact those who would otherwise be left in a perpetual trap." - Dalton |
Andrew Weil SemulimiAndrew is studying at Makerere University College of Health Sciences, where he is pursuing a Bachelors of Medicine and Bachelors of Surgery and currently in my 3rd year. His interest is in research. He was introduced to Playing to Live at an international conference in Washington, DC, and he continued his conversations with us during our time in Uganda, where he was offered an internship due to his passion and interest in mental health.
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Yelyzaveta (Lisa) Glybchenko Lisa is finishing her B.A. in Political science and International Relations as well as B.A. in Identity and Peacebuilding. She has been drawing and painting for most of her life and is excited to combine her professional knowledge and passions in her work with Playing to Live. Lisa is exploring the role of visual communication in post-conflict reconciliation and post-trauma recovery.
“Before I could explore the power of imagery and visual communication in my work as a designer and an artist, but Playing to Live gives me the opportunity to explore art on a more personal psychological level. I feel it is not only about helping others recover from trauma through supportive arts, it is also about growing with them and overcoming my own moments of difficulty that I never knew were there. I was so excited to join Playing to Live!” - Lisa |
Rui WangRui is currently a master of public health candidate at Vanderbilt University. Prior to her pursuit in public health, she received her master of education degree in International Education Policy and Management program also from Vanderbilt. She has strong interests in mental health, particularly on how to prioritize mental health on the global health agenda. Rui learned about Playing to Live through research on mental health services in Liberia and deeply appreciated its work and unique approach to provide for children in conflict affected areas. She is excited to be part of the Playing to Live team to make an impact in making mental health and psychosocial a visible issue in developing countries.
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