Samuel Ameh is a graduate student in the Master of International Public Policy program at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. He is a public policy and community engagement professional with a Master of Arts in Political Science from the University of Waterloo and extensive experience in community leadership, governance, stakeholder engagement, and organizational development.

He has demonstrated experience contributing to policy discussions, analyzing organizational and policy frameworks, and working collaboratively with government officials, community organizations, educational institutions, and diverse stakeholders.

Through leadership and board roles with community and non-profit organizations, including the City of Waterloo’s economic development committee, Samuel has developed a strong understanding of public policy, community development, economic development, and the relationship between government, institutions, and the communities they serve. As President of the Ghanaian Canadian Association of Waterloo Region, he provided strategic leadership, built partnerships, and advocated for initiatives that promoted inclusion, community participation, and positive social outcomes.

Samuel combines strong research, analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills with practical experience in both public-facing and organizational environments. He is particularly interested in public policy development, global migration, human security, community and economic development, social inclusion, diversity, equity and inclusion, and evidence-informed initiatives that improve outcomes for diverse communities.