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Brian received his bachelor's degree in zoology and conservation biology from Brigham Young University and his master's in international, rural, and community development from Utah State University. Since studying abroad in Mali, District 9100, on a Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship, Brian has maintained a working relationship and personal interest in the region. He is currently working toward his doctorate in geography at Michigan State University, specializing in the use of natural resources within la Boucle de Baoulé National Park, Mali. With his focus on natural resource man agement and information communication technologies and his proficiency in Bamana, French, and Swahili, he will succeed in promoting social equity among rural areas throughout Africa.

Yoshio completed his bachelor's degree in economics at Hitotsubashi University in Tokyo. He has applied his specialty in information and communications technology as a member of Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteers, which aims to build sustainable growth in developing countries. He worked in Zimbabwe for three years assisting the nation in formulating and implementing various projects in the field of information and communications technology and contributing to the capacity building of local staff. In addition, he has used his skills for development projects in Uzbekistan, Ghana, Nepal, China, Guyana, and Vietnam. Yoshio would like to become involved in the reconstruction of post-conflict areas, particularly in Asia, by contributing to sustainable development through retraining and the advancement of good governance. 

Noëlle earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Winnipeg in international development studies and conflict resolution studies. She is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and has basic knowledge of Arabic. Noëlle has increased her practical knowledge in development studies and conflict resolution in a variety of ways, including studying human rights at Université Nationale du Benin in Benin, West Africa, and working in a Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon. She also has worked as the Youth Mine Action Ambassador to the Red Cross Global Education Program, traveling to Bosnia-Herzegovina and Croatia to learn about the landmine situation in a post-conflict environment. With her skills in refugee issues and peace building, Noëlle aspires to work for UNHCR or UNICEF, or as an international mediator.

Mariano obtained his degree in international relations from la Universidad Nacional de Rosario. Having to immigrate with his family at the age of four because of political persecution, he got an early idea of what conflict and displacement entailed. He now works as an assistant analyst at Centro del Sur and Accion Sur, which is devoted to researching the impact of illegal drug traffic on in underdeveloped countries and local communities. Mariano speaks Spanish, English, French, and German and aspires to promote international peace, tolerance, and world understanding through public administration and international organizations.

Sanjana holds a bachelor's degree in English from the University of New Delhi. As a research associate at the Center for Policy Alternatives, Sanjana critically analyses peace processes in Sri Lanka and the world. Sanjana has participated in conferences and workshops in Switzerland, France, India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, formulating options for a negotiated settlement to the protracted ethno-political conflict in Sri Lanka. He has examined important facets of peace processes and extrapolated lessons from other countries to fit the dynamics of the Sri Lanka conflict. After his two-year study period as a Rotary World Peace Fellow, Sanjana intends to work within civil society in Sri Lanka, valuing its capacity and proactive ability to inform and shape the dynamics of peace. 

Josephine holds a bachelor of science in agricultural education from Benguet State University in La Trinidad, Philippines. Josephine has most recently worked for a local government unit of Kiangan, Philippines, as editor in chief of the municipal newspaper. She has also been active as a community organizer with the Philippine Rural Reconstruction Movement. As a child, she witnessed violence firsthand when the rebel soldiers invaded her village, followed by government evacuation and bombing of the town. Josephine declares that she is "driven to further my career toward peace and understanding among all people. If given the chance in this field, my background in journalism would be a great help for needed advocacy work in the field." 

Colin received his master's degree in international relations and philosophy from St. Andrews University in his native Scotland. He gained significant international experience while volunteering and working throughout Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Colin has also taught theater and outdoor survival skills in New Zealand and volunteered in Guatemala, becoming proficient in Spanish, in addition to French and Russian. He currently works for Mercy Corps, which has taken him from community development in Tajikistan to new development projects in the tea estates of Darjeeling, India. Colin's commitment to resolving and managing conflict will enable him to foster community participation and sustainable development wherever the need arises.