Anoosha Rahim, a Master of Development Practice (MDP) student at the Balsillie School of International Affairs and University of Waterloo, is passionate about building livelihoods that are sustainable, accessible and safe for families – particularly women. Her path here began in grassroots welfare work across social risk mitigation and social safety net portfolios, where she
Shelly Eh is pursuing a Master of Development Practice (MDP) at the Balsillie School of International Affairs (BSIA), exploring plural and gender-inclusive perspectives on international development, sustainability, and public policy. Through the Leadership and Democracy (L&D) Lab, a student-led think tank, Shelly has gained experience in policy research and analysis, examining how governance, geopolitics, and
Greg Woods is a Master of International Public Policy (MIPP) candidate at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. He recently graduated from the University of Waterloo, earning an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies with minors in Sociology and Political Science. Greg’s educational background provides him with a unique lens to examine the institutional
Aidan Goulart is a graduate student in the Master of International Public Policy program at the Balsillie School of International Affairs, specializing in Human Security and Digital Policy Innovation. Prior to attending BSIA, Aidan graduated from the University of Western Ontario, earning an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Politics and International Relations, and a certificate
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.
Marita is a graduate student in the Master of Development Practice (MDP) at the Balsillie School of International Affairs through the University of Waterloo. She recently obtained a Planning degree from the University of Waterloo with a Specialization in Land Development. Her academic background focuses on land use planning, environmental policy and the connection between
Moteniola Akingbade is a Master of International Public Policy (MIPP) student at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. She is a Barristers and Solicitors of the Supreme Court of Nigeria and and a media and communications professional. Over the years, she has worked across the creative industry as a lawyer, project manager, and operations manager,
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Saman Qureshi is a graduate student at the Balsillie School of International Affairs, where she is pursuing a Master of International Public Policy. She earned an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with specialization in public policy from Wilfrid Laurier University in 2025. Throughout her undergraduate studies, Saman developed a strong foundation in comparative
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Selina graduated from Mount Allison University with an Honours Bachelor of Arts, double-majoring in International Relations and Sociology. Her academic and professional work is grounded in a strong commitment to human security, social justice, and community-led initiatives and advocacy. She has worked with Prince Edward Island’s Advisory Council on the Status of Women, where she
Efua Edufua Abekah is a Master of Development Practice (MDP) student at the University of Waterloo. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and French from the University of Ghana and has professional experience in administration, human resources and nonprofit work. Through her work with the Accra Resource Center, a nonprofit organization focused on education,
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Sharmin Subrina is a graduate student in the Master of International Public Policy (MIPP) program at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. She holds Master of Business Administration and Bachelor of Business Administration from Bangladesh, with academic specialization in Finance and Human Resource Management. She has further strengthened her expertise through professional certifications and international
Isaac Van Pelt is a graduate student in the Master of International Public Policy program at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. He holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Politics and International Relations and Philosophy from Redeemer University. During his undergraduate studies, Isaac served as a Teaching and Research Assistant for Dr. Robert Joustra,
