Tess Sohngen
About Tess Sohngen
Tess is an Editorial Intern at Global Citizen. Taking chances on unique opportunities has led her to write for a start-up in London, report for grass root organization in Cincinnati, and volunteer in Zanzibar. Helping create a world in which everyone can achieve wellness, food security, and happiness is her mission.
Stories
Australia Just Pledged $6,000,000 to Improve Water and Sanitation Services at Global Citizen’s Event in New York
A world without poverty is a world with access to clean water and sanitation. Read more
Yemen Is Experiencing the Worst Single-Year Cholera Crisis in History
The end is not yet in sight. Read more
NewsCitizenshipOne-Third of This Country’s Entire Population Has Become Refugees
Most of the people fleeing the violence are unaccompanied children. Read more
NewsHealthThis Deadly Epidemic Kills Nearly 100 Americans Every Day
And it’s lowering overall life expectancy across the country. Read more
OpinionEnvironmentThe Tiny Microbeads In Soap May Pose a Big Environmental Problem
Tiny beads = big problems. Read more
NewsGirls & WomenThis Is the Best Way to Lift Women Out of Poverty, According to Melinda Gates
“If you believe in women, you fund things for women.” Read more
NewsCitizenshipAt Least 226 Dead as Another Massive Earthquake Shakes Mexico
The epicenter was located just 75 miles from Mexico City. Read more
Detroit Rapper Big Sean Is Using His Music to Break Down Barriers Surrounding Poverty
Big Sean has big dreams for ending extreme poverty. Read more
NewsEducationUNICEF Is Working to Get 1 Million Children in Texas Back in School After Hurricane Harvey
It’s now been more than a month. Read more
7 Hispanic Americans Who Are Making the World A Better Place
More reasons to celebrate Hispanic Heritage month. Read more