📸 ‘How young do I look here?’ laughs the former UN intern, sharing a 2015 photo snapped outside the iconic New York headquarters. A decade later, their reflection isn’t just about nostalgia – it’s a love letter to cross-cultural connection.
‘Every lunch break felt like a mini UN General Assembly,’ they recall. ‘Debates over coffee with someone from Brazil, laughter swapping stories with a colleague from Japan… We proved harmony isn’t just possible – it’s *powerful.*’
The Silent Symbol Behind the Selfie 🤳
That bronze statue in the background? It’s Carl Fredrik Reuterswärd’s ‘Non-Violence’ sculpture – aka ‘The Knotted Gun.’ More than a photo op, it’s the UN’s 24/7 reminder: Peace isn’t passive. ‘Walking past it daily shaped my worldview,’ the ex-intern admits. ‘It whispers: Conflict ends when we choose to listen.’
Their takeaway for Gen Z? ‘Diversity isn’t a buzzword. It’s the glue that held our team together – and the world’s best hope.’ 💬
