Hello! I’m Jewel, 19 years old, and I’m currently living in Rome, Italy. I was born and raised in the Philippines, but I moved to Italy in my early teens. I have always been a shy and quiet person, but very attentive, and I’ve always preferred listening to others rather than speaking. So, my decision to take up this course is a step outside my comfort zone. My experience living in both a developed and a developing country has piqued my interest in international affairs, both political and environmental. I’m looking forward to meeting all of you, and I can’t wait for my next journey to begin.