LESLIE ADER

974 Kings Way West, Hummelstown, PA 17036 ▪ 717-566-7477 ▪ lesliea308@gmail.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS Graduated from Arcadia University in July 2014 with a Master of Arts in International Peace Conflict Resolution, with special concentration in Human Rights, and Democratic Inclusive Governance via evaluation and monitoring public policy in “frozen conflict zones” or deeply divided societies. I have detailed knowledge in state-building strategies, peacebuilding, international security theories, international development strategies, policy analysis, advanced public speaking, assessment reports, and working knowledge of NGO management, stakeholder analysis, conflict assessment, strategic planning, project/event management, qualitative research, communications skills and experience working with high level officials or diplomats. Has the ability to analyze statistical reports to meet deadlines, three years of academic and administrative support, experience working with students and the public. Have a great deal of experience in mediation and negotiation; detailed knowledge of the socio-political context of global affairs, experience in translating documents, field research/global fieldwork experience, human rights advocacy, humanitarian issues, and mental health advocacy, experience in monitor and evaluating fragile/weak states, minority rights and conflict assessment framework. Furthermore, I am an Intermediate Spanish speaker and Elementary Italian speaker and have experience in working in both the non-profit and government sector.

Academic Background Arcadia University 2012-2014 Glenside, Pennsylvania Masters of Arts Peace and Conflict Resolution GPA: 3.1 University of Kent 2013 Canterbury, United Kingdom Study Abroad Lebanon Valley College 2008-2012 Annville, Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Arts Political Science and History Cumulative GPA: 3.0

Specialized Training International Experience Russia and Baltic States June -July 2014 Research Focus: Ethnic Conflict Management

Conducted Global Fieldwork Prepared Conflict Analysis and Assessment Report Evaluated and Monitored Minority Rights Implementation Augmented Democratic Governance Practices Surveyed United States Diplomats and NATO Officers

Serbia & Kosovo May-July 2013 Research Focus: Good Governance and State-building in Post Conflict Societies

Conducted Global Fieldwork Analyzed and Compiled Conflict Assessment Data Designed and Presented Public Health Policy Proposal Surveyed and Interviewed United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) Officials Participated in Diplomatic Sessions with Serbian and Kosovar Prime Ministers Attended International Security Lectures

. Northern Ireland October 2012 Research Focus: Reconciliation in a Post Conflict Society

Conducted Global Fieldwork Researched and Presented Peacekeeping Proposal Collected Ex-paramilitary Data and Testimonials Evaluated Good Friday Peace Agreements Participated in Peace Conflict Resolution and Mediation Training Sessions

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Work Experience Consulate General of Israel to the Mid-Atlantic Region 2015- June Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Program Assistant to Public Affairs (required a security clearance)

Event planning and programing for regional events & outreach to partnering organizations Data Gathering (for US and Israel) Public Outreach to Consulate partners and local Jewish Federations Created and conducted Political Survey on Israeli events Survey Design & Data collection w/culturally sensitive information Public Policy Design & Writing Conflict Management & Resolution Conflict Assessment & Stakeholder Analysis writing Experience in Monitoring & Evaluation of Conflict Zones & NGOs

Blogging experience Project Management draft grant proposals & marketing managing and filing both legal (i.e. passport and visas) & administrative documents (i.e. memos, cables

embassy registrations, donation payments etc. Providing academic & administrative support via: organizing academic coordinating travel

Arcadia University 2012-2013 Glenside, Pennsylvania Graduate Assistant

Organized research for internships, both local and abroad Generated and categorized data into accessible online data base for students Designed graphics for student internship website

New Story 2012 Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Behavioral Support Specialist Facilitated and supported mental health professionals Designed lesson plans in accordance with student’s IEP to obtain optimum results Instructed and supervised class of special needs students Established and maintained individual behavioral journals Developed educational enrichments to augment curriculum Utilized therapeutic techniques to achieve and attain positive behaviors Compiled assessment evaluations

Lebanon Valley College 2009-2012 Annville, Pennsylvania Peer Tutor

Assisted students’ individual needs in course material Advised and reviewed term papers Synthesized class material

Internship & Community Volunteer Experience MH Mediate 2013 New York City, New York Social Movement and Development

Conducted Research Data for Local Clinics and Medical Programs Researched Current Healthcare Legislation Developed MH Healthcare Options Pamphlets Created Database for Local Out-of Clinic Care Services

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Victory Committee & Shaner Center 2010 Harrisburg & Lancaster, Pennsylvania Political Campaign

Organized and Operated Campaign Center Generated and Assisted in Campaign Procedures for Local, State, and Federal Candidates Conducted Informational Door to Door Campaigns Targeted Phone Bank Communications & Generated Fundraising Campaign Organized and Prepared Conference Materials for Annual Meeting Performed and Presented Research Data and Analysis of Voter Behavior Trends

YMCA Youth and Government 2008 - 2011 Hershey, Pennsylvania Youth Supervisor

Supervised high school attendees at YMCA Pennsylvania Youth and Government Conference Advised and assisted students craft and edit legislation

Facilitated Tours of Pennsylvania State Capitol Building Central Pennsylvania's Ronald McDonald House 2006 - 2008 Hershey, Pennsylvania Volunteer

Supported staff in organizing food pantry and common areas Maintained living quarters Assisted tours and supported management staff

Hershey Evangelical Free Church of Hershey Nursery 2005 – 2007 Hershey, Pennsylvania Childcare Assistant

Supervised children (ages 2 - 5) in learning and playroom activities Aided staff in drop off and pick up procedures

106th District Representative John Payne 2007

Hershey, Pennsylvania Political Campaign

Filed and organized voter registration, event descriptions, budget reports and commentary letters Transmitted voter information into data base Participated in grassroots campaign

Publications Schultz, B. (January 2 2016). Interview: Living with Aspergers in a Social Science. I.D.E.A.L Magazine.

Presentation & Confrences Houses of Parliament of Latvia & Estonia: June 2014 Minority Language & Citizenship Ties: The cases of Ukraine, Latvia and Estonia Arcadia Professional Exchange: Thesis Defense "Chilling Civil Society in Russia: 2012 Foreign Agents Law and NGOS in Chechnya May 2014 Continued Settlements in the West Bank March 2014 Conflict Assessment & Evaluation of Israeli settlement expansion and water disputes. Health Care Service Assessment: Ethnic Minorities in the Republic of Kosovo June 2013 Policy Analysis & Evaluation Mid-Atlantic European Union Simulation: 2010-2012 European Union Enlargement as Foreign Policy to Southern & Eastern Neighbors

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Thesis Topic: Snyder vs. Phelps: the Court's Lack of Moral Common Sense May 2012 Critique on legal theories used justify the ruling of controversial First Amendment Speech cases Thesis Topic: Andersonville Revisited: Death Camp or Chock Point? April 2012 Primary Source Historical-graphical paper

Awards and Scholarships Arcadia University 2012-2013 Glenside, Pennsylvania Academic Scholarship - Peace and Conflict Resolution Program Widener Law School 2011 Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Jurist Academy Award for Excellence YMCA Youth and Government of Pennsylvania 2008 Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Best Delegate

References Avaliable upon request