Born in Quebec City, Canada, Diane Lemieux began a mobile life with her diplomatic parents, continued her global exploration for her own career, and later as an author accompanying her husband on his international career. She has lived in ten countries on four continents and speaks four languages. Diane has a BA in communication, an MA in international development and another in international relations. She worked ten years in international development working for the UN and Canadian NGOs, and over twenty years as a freelance author, journalist and editor. She has published four books and many articles on cultures, the impact of mobility on careers, families and community relations.