Emily Boone works as Research Project Assistant for Theme 3, based at the Gund Institute at the University of Vermont. Emily holds a B.A. in Economics and Environmental Studies from Colby College and has a background in international development and human rights. Most recently, she spent 6 months in the Republic of Georgia, where she taught English and created a women's health network. Prior to that, she worked in sustainable international development in Washington, DC for Banyan Global.