Anthony Persaud reflects on the his recent work-related travels and realises that he is finally where he planned to be four years ago. But, now that he has a paid job in a niche and a growing specialisation, how is his health and well-being affected? Is development what he imagined...
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About: Anthony Persaud
Anthony is a researcher/writer and development practitioner with extensive experience in human rights, community organization, and natural resource development. Currently, he is a Communications and Policy Officer at the Artisanal Gold Council, an organization dedicated to improving the opportunities, health and environment of artisanal gold miners in the developing world. He also works as a freelance Spanish/English translator. He also blogs at www.findtheglobalbalance.blogspot.com.
Recent Posts by Anthony Persaud
Mining and development: how to get the balance right?
One of the common themes in recent development discourse has been the dichotomy between natural resource extraction and human and environmental rights. Mining is ubiquitous in the developing world, boosting foreign direct investment and creating jobs, but bringing with it a series of social and environmental problems. In his first...
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Recent Comments by Anthony Persaud
- June 7, 2012 on Should aid workers live comfortable lives?
- May 7, 2012 on International Volunteerism: who benefits most?

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