About Miquel-Caitlyn Gabbidon
Miquel is currently studying for her BA in Political Science and History at Rutgers University. As a Digital Content Intern for Global Citizen, she hopes to engage millennials in conversations about Girls and Women, Education, and Global Health. She likes to think she's a true global citizen, by having roots in Ireland, Puerto Rico, and Jamaica.
Why Miquel-Caitlyn Gabbidon is a Global Citizen
Miquel believes a global citizen is someone who identifies with being part of an emerging world community and recognizes that their actions contribute to building the world community's values and practices. Borders separate society into fractions, but as a global citizen you can disregard those barriers and reach out to others on the basis of shared humanity. Being a global citizen is looking outside your own sphere and understanding, appreciating, and celebrating those who may different.
Stories
Girls & WomenNew York will stop taxing tampons like luxury items
NY State Senate passes a bill that will end the discriminatory tampon tax. Read more
EnvironmentInky, the octopus, escapes tank in New Zealand in a daring break for the ocean
“Off he went, didn’t even leave us a message” Read more
Finance & InnovationWhat does UNSG Ban Ki-moon actually do all day??
A look into the day-to-day responsibilities of the UN Secretary-General. Read more
Environment80 Rhinos headed to Australian sanctuary in an ambitious move to save the species
The Australian Rhino Project plans to send 80 rhinos to Australia over the next four years. Read more
Girls & WomenThis heart-wrenching commercial is empowering China’s leftover women
"She's not pretty...that is why she is a leftover woman." Read more
Health“Siri, I’ve been raped.” -- How Apple is addressing its smartphones’ responses in a crisis
Smartphones aren't clinicians, but can play a vital role by providing information during a crisis. Read more
Food & HungerCostco will boost organic food supply by working directly with farmers
The multi billion dollar company is now helping farmers to help create a sustainable food supply. Read more
EducationJames Patterson is donating $1.75 Million to school libraries
This mega-novelist is a champion for education and reading for kids! Read more
CitizenshipThe World Bank pledges $100 million to create 100,000 jobs for refugees in Jordan
The World Bank gives a cheap loan to finance education and create jobs in the region affected most b Read more
EnvironmentThe World’s most famous landmarks dim their lights to celebrate #EarthHour
From Hong Kong to NYC, cities around the world dim their lights to raise awareness of environmental. Read more