Post 6: How Can Your Major Make the World a Better Tell us why and how what you study (your major) can make the world a better place

The degree I am studying is Anthropology. When I entered it, I did so with a strong conviction to serve society. In fact, I think it is fundamental to have this motivation as a social scientist. Ever since I was a child, I have been interested in the study of human beings, because I felt that through it I could serve the changes in society. 

I do not yet have a clear idea of the specialisation I would like to pursue within this field. However, I think I am more inclined towards social anthropology, as it is the closest to what I have always wanted and where militant anthropology can be exercised more strongly. Moreover, it is based on direct contact with the subjects of study and where participant observation can give meaning to the proposal I mentioned earlier. 

With my studies, I hope to contribute to the changes demanded by society, and where justice, truth and memory are the main focus of my work, despite the specialisation I may take in the near future.