I was first introduced to GP Connect by a very engaging fellow when volunteering at the 2011 Global Fairness Awards on November 8. Missing my California friends and sunshine I welcomed the opportunity to relay my passionate interest for the nonprofit sector to any passerby.

It was a cloudy and windy morning when I made my way towards GP Connect’s downtown building in freshly pressed interview clothes to pursue an internship. I didn’t know whether it was chance or fate, but I welcomed the opportunity to learn more about the organization and the people behind it. Amidst a string of confusing acronyms during the interview — SFP, GPC, CDD to name a few — I began forming a better idea of what this organization stands for. I was amazed at GP Connect’s efforts to help give communities all over world a voice and the opportunity to play an active role with the development of their communities. Glancing at a list of 2010 projects and programs that were effectively implemented, the range of issues addressed and the diversity of the projects was refreshing to say the least.

I have to admit, I left the interview feeling inspired, here is an organization successfully putting theory into practice in obtaining practical and sustainable solutions in communities all over the world! Moreover I love the diversity that this organization offers within its members most from different parts of the globe, it is with great excitement that I look forward to being a part of the GP Connect team.

By Elizabeth Carrera