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Silhouette is a space created to encourage women to seek beauty beyond what is
skin deep and to better understand the fullness of their individual worth. Each
person is purposefully created—gifted with tailored talents, particular
passions and the ability to impact the lives of others. We all have a story to
tell, we all have a scope in life and we all have a one of a kind silhouette. I’m
thrilled to introduce a new writing category entitled Let Your Silhouette Shine which will highlight exemplary women who, by pursuing their
passion, discovered their silhouette and inspire others to follow suit.
Name: Jane
Mosbacher Morris
Education: B.S.
in Foreign Service from Georgetown University and a MBA from Columbia Business
School
Jane’s
Silhouette: Humanitarian
Jane is an
outstanding young woman whose heart for improving the lives of others has made
waves across the globe.
She served as
the Director of Humanitarian Action for the McCain Institute for International Leadership, at which she managed the Institute’s anti-human trafficking program
and currently serves on the Institute’s Human Trafficking Advisory Council. Prior
to joining the Institute, she worked in the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Counterterrorism and in the Secretary’s Office of Global Women’s Issues. But
Jane’s impressive resume doesn’t end there—she also worked at the Millennium
Challenge Corporation, the Center for Strategic and International Studies, and
has served as an investment consultant to Barbara Corcoran of ABC’s Shark Tank.
Additionally,
Jane has traveled, spoke and written broadly on peace and security, regularly
blogs for the Huffington Post, has
received numerous professional accolades—such as being named one of the “Top 99
Under 33 Most Influential Young Professional” by The Diplomatic Courier in 2011, holds a seat on numerous Advisory Boards and is a proud mentor at the University of Kentucky’s Gatton School of
Business’s Women Business Leaders.
Jane’s passion
to serve others coupled with well-rounded experience led to her most recent
endeavor, the launch of TO THE MARKET | Survivor-made Goods (TTM), a social
enterprise focused on the promotion of goods made by and stories told by
survivors of conflict, abuse and disease.
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| Survivor-made goods. Photo via TTM website. |
I recently had
the privilege of speaking with Jane and discovered that her story is greatly
powered by allowing her silhouette to shine which in turn has not only impacted
the lives of many, but has also brought her great joy and fulfillment over the
years. Here is a snippet of our delightful conversation.
What inspired you to pursue humanitarian
work?
“My faith. I’ve
been blessed with many special opportunities—being born in the United States,
being financially stable, being healthy, having access to a wonderful education—gifts
I feel compelled to use to improve the lives of others. I believe it’s what I’m
called to do and I love it! In addition, my experiences in the field have
helped me to better understand what I wanted to pursue. Prayer has kept me
grounded and directed my path, aiding in my discernment.”
Why launch TTM, what is your connection
the causes you advocate?
“During my time
at the State Department tackling the issue of women and security, I was
heartbroken by how mistreated and oppressed so many women are in communities
around the world. I value control and independence—therefore, to envision being
in an environment where I have no control over my life is difficult. In my
opinion, people aren’t given the opportunity to fully become who they were made
to be in overly-controlled environments. I began studying existing efforts to
empower these communities and identified some gaps, specifically around
economic empowerment. I have a desire to help those most vulnerable live a
protected, safe and love-filled life and for each person to know that they are
valued and have intrinsic worth.”
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| Pictured above, survivor artisan, Masuma at work in rural Afghanistan. Click here to read her story. |
What are some of the most rewarding aspects of your career?
“The opportunity
to expand friendships, work alongside likeminded people who share the same
passions, be part of a team and (even more importantly) be part of an effort.”
What advice do you have for young
professionals who share the same social passions as you and want to make a
positive difference in the world?
“Learn to walk
before you run. I wouldn’t be as effective if I had tried to start TO THE
MARKET straight out of college. Working under people and being exposed to
different institutions has been valuable. I personally believe it’s really
worthwhile to learn from others before you start your own organization because
you will serve your end consumer that much more effectively if you’ve been
exposed to more of what works and what doesn’t. Creating a non-profit or a
business IS NOT about you (the founder)—it’s about serving your end-customer,
whether that customer is paying or not. Hone skill sets that will improve your
effectiveness—passion is important but it’s not a substitute for well thought
out action.”
Jane’s bold pursuit of her love for humanitarian work has paved a successful path to leadership and has enriched her life’s journey. How will you use your passions to bring about positive change in your family, in your friend group, in your community, in this world? What story is your life telling? What is YOUR silhouette?
Join the conversation and share with us using #mysilhouetteis
More About TO THE MARKET| Survivor-made Goods
Launched online platform November 2014
Mission: TO THE MARKET | Survivor-made Goods (TTM) combines the powers of
commerce and storytelling to empower the world’s most courageous survivor
populations, in the belief that resilience is more powerful than suffering.
Ways to Get Involved to Support TTM
- Buy products!
- Follow TTM on social media. Take the lead and help spread the word about serious issues by being a social network advocate.
- Intern or volunteer
- Host a pop-up shop
- TTM offers custom products to support survivor works through business, church organization and conference partnerships. Connect with TTM for events and corporate gifting opportunities.
Simple Silhouette Top Picks: TTM Goods
Versailles Necklace $43 BUY HERE
Button Clutch - Emerald/Gold Broken Chevron $29 BUY HERE
Alanis Earrings $18 BUY HERE
Tribal Printed Scarf - Turquoise Mix $24 BUY HERE
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| Click here to read about weaving hope in East Africa |
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