LADO International Institute, Multimedia Writer and Content Strategist/Producer

School of Oriental and African Studies, U. of London Master of Arts (M.A.), Near & Middle Eastern StudiesNear & Middle Eastern Studies 2013 – 2014Graduated with Master's of Near and Middle Eastern Studies. Elected Post-Graduate Student Representative of the MA program by my peers. Activities and Societies: SOAS Student Union Damascus University Arabic Level III, Passing 2010 – 2010Successfully completed a six-week immersive Arabic language course American University Bachelors of Arts (B.A.), Broadcast JournalismBroadcast Journalism 2004 – 2006Graduated with major in Broadcast Journalism. Minored in International Relations. Kent State University CommunicationCommunication, Journalism, and Related Programs 2002 – 2004Guest DJ on student radio station. Producer, co-anchor and anchor on university-run regional TV channel. Awarded best TV news program Activities and Societies: TV 2 Insight News, KSU Radio html

Heather Yamour is an experienced and versatile writer who started her career interning for major media organizations including the Washington Post and AOL before making the jump to a Foreign Correspondent position for one of the highest ranked newswires in the Arabian Gulf -- the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA). Following her passion for International Affairs, Foreign Policy and the Sociology and History of the MENA region, she completed graduate studies at the University of London’s School of Oriental and African Studies, where she conducted ethnographic research on the history of Iraq’s diaspora communities. Since returning to Washington D.C. in Spring 2015, Heather Yamour has moved on to more challenging assignments as an independent contractor and is looking for full-time work where she can leverage her strong writing, analytical and cross- cultural communications skills in the media industry.Heather Yamour

Instructor LADO International Institute June 2015 – Present (5 months)Washington D.C. Metro AreaTaught basic and advanced concepts of English writing, grammar, reading and speaking skills, utilizing the latest pedagogical methodologies, to adult ESL students from various countries. Responsible for developing customized daily lesson plans, conducting needs assessments, leading student-focused instruction, recording progress data on each student and administering and grading exams. Read MoreRead More

Volunteer DC Central Kitchen 2012 – 2013 (1 year)Poverty Alleviation Special Olympics 2011 – 2013 (2 years)Children Habitat for Humanity International Disaster and Humanitarian Relief Causes Heather cares about: Animal Welfare Arts and Culture Children Education Environment Health Human Rights Disaster and Humanitarian Relief Poverty Alleviation Science and Technology Social Services

Joseph J. Malone Fellowship in Arab and Islamic Studies National Council on U.S. Arab Relations The Malone fellowship provides, through a study visit to Oman, an educational experience that includes introductions to Omani government officials, businessmen, academics, and scholars, and the opportunity to discuss Arab world issues and Arab-U.S. relations with American and Arab scholars, policymakers, and other specialists.

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