Half Sky Writing
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The Search

It started as an email to a friend: "I'm looking for work. Keep me in mind?" Then I realized how boring it is to get that email. I thought perhaps I could make this a little less boring, and along the way create a chance to model exactly where it is I shine and what I love to do. Namely, to share ideas, tell stories in a way that's more beautiful, and inspire people to take action—maybe even people who aren't already my friends! So, my inner third-grader emerged—the girl who couldn't simply write the assigned list of spelling word sentences, but had to join them all into one free-form, original, illustrated poem. That's just how I roll. Thanks for reading.


Curious to read more about my specific work experience and technical skills? Link to my résumé here: asplund-ila-cv-2019.pdf or visit my page on LinkedIn, here. Thank you!


"Women hold up half the sky."
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Half Sky Writing was born from Half Sky Journeys


My name is Ila Asplund. My vision is to increase the impact of organizations advancing gender equity and social justice. I do this through creating in-person and digital engagement experiences, storytelling, and thoughtful communications strategies for my clients. In previous years, I also provided international journeys to give travelers the opportunity to meet and engage with global leaders who are improving life for women.

Since 2020, I have joined the digital marketing team at Mercy Corps — an international aid organization working in 40+ countries to help people survive crises and thrive in the longterm. From time to time, I write web articles and other digital pieces, in addition to my main duties managing the email outreach program. My work keeps me plenty busy, but sometimes I find a moment to draw or write or create and share that on Instagram or here on this website.
You can reach me at ila@halfsky.org.
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