I have never worked in the healthcare field, nor have I ever thought it was something that I would be so exciting. Working with Shared Beat has been an eye opening experience. When I looked at the website and read about Shared Beat and what all they do, I was intrigued. It was not until I met with Jenny, Shared Beat's Executive Director,that I felt it was a perfect match. Not only does Shared Beat do so much for the women and children of Guatemala, but they also have a passion and love for the people there as well.
The board of directors have created one of the best organizations. They are honest, hard working, caring, understanding, intelligent, and passionate individuals. They have created something that is genuinely heart driven. Shared Beat has done so much for so many communities in Guatemala, and they just keep doing more.
My experience with Shared Beat has been unbelievable. I have learned so much about what a nonprofit is, how to be successful, what needs to be done to start and maintain a nonprofit, and how to market an organization. During my internship with Shared Beat, I have updated and presented the new annual report that will be sent out, updated the direct mail outs, and helped with the redesign of the website. I have never worked in this aspect before and so it has been such a wonderful learning experience. Doing this internship has made me see a nonprofit from all angles. I have met so many wonderful people, and I have been part of so much that I am beyond grateful for the opportunity.
The people, projects, involvement, and foundation of Shared Beat are ones I would recommend others to take advantage of.
Thank you Shared Beat for this opportunity and experience!
Lauren McSweeney
