Graduate stories Archive

Professional connections help boost a promising humanitarian career.

As a social sciences graduate from Punjab, India, Simran Chahal enrolled in the Masters of Humanitarian Assistance (MHA) to further her dreams of contributing to positive social change. In addition to a critical understanding of the humanitarian sector, Simran has gained professional connections and contacts, and embarked on a promising career in public health.

A commitment to continual learning and growth.

Annalise was already working in the field of international development, but was ready to diversify into humanitarian assistance. Seeking teachers with global experience and flexibility in the delivery, Annalise chose the Master of Humanitarian Assistance (MHA) at Deakin University. Today, with the degree under her belt, Annalise is supporting humanitarian efforts across the world.

Transferring skills from tourism and policy to humanitarian aid.

Working as a tour leader in remote sub-Saharan Africa, Siobhan frequently witnessed the positive and negative impacts of development projects. While completing the Master of Humanitarian Assistance Siobhan realised her unique set of skills—accrued through roles in tourism and public service—perfectly equipped her to improve aid provision around the world.

Le DESLH : une experience qui enrichit au niveau personnel et professionnel

Nathalie Nikiema, Directrice Pays au Centre d’étude et de coopération internationale au Burkina Faso, partage son expérience en tant qu’étudiante au Centre For Humanitarian Leadership… Nathalie est une professionnelle de l’humanitaire qui reconnait l’importance de l’éducation supérieure et de la formation continue.