Dorcas Boakye Acheampong, a Master of Development Practice (MDP) student at the Balsillie School of International Affairs, is deeply passionate about how finance can be used as a force to drive rural development, reduce poverty, and promote environmental sustainability. Her MBA in finance research examined the impact of Rural and Community Banks on the socio-economic […]
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Mona is a graduate student in the Master of International Public Policy program at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. Mona is interested in migration governance, refugee policy, and the impacts of forced migration on wellbeing, particularly in relation to equitable access to mental health services. She aims to advance policies and programs that support
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Abdirisak Ali is a graduate student in the Master of Development Practice (MDP) at the University of Waterloo. His interest of Development Practices stems from professional journey, lived experience and commitment to fostering equitable and sustainable world. His Bachelor of Business Administration and Diploma in Community Development provided him with a strong foundation in analytical
Shirin Akter is a researcher specializing in food security, agricultural economics, and governance. She is currently pursuing her PhD in the Global Governance program at the Balsillie School of International Affairs, with a research focus at the intersection of urban food security, sustainable development, migration, gender, and governance. Her academic interests particularly emphasize governance strategies
Harris Gowan is a graduate student in the Master of International Public Policy program at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. His research interests lie at the intersection of global governance, international political economy, and institutional design, with particular attention to how international institutions and global markets influence equity and justice across the Global South.
Ekam is a PhD student in Global Governance at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. Her research focuses on the intersections of political ecology, global political economy, and migration studies, with a particular emphasis on how structural adjustment programs (SAPs) have reshaped agricultural systems in the Global South. She produced the concept of agricultural devaluation,
Wisdom is a dynamic and interdisciplinary scholar whose academic and professional journey reflects a deep commitment to sustainable development, inclusive economic policy, and organizational effectiveness. He is currently enrolled in the Master of International Public Policy Program at the Balsillie School of International Affairs, Waterloo, ON, Canada. His research explores the intersection of sustainable development,
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Sarah Harvey (she/her) is from Mississauga, Ontario, and holds a Bachelor of Environmental Studies with a specialization in International Development (Honours) from the University of Waterloo. A recent graduate with a strong passion for advancing global equity and sustainability, she has experience working with NGOs in East Africa and Canada, engaging in cross-cultural collaboration and
Ryan Umphrey is a current graduate student in the Master of International Public Policy program at Balsillie School of International Affairs. Before attending the Balsillie School, Ryan graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University, earning an Honours Bachelor of Arts with a major in Political Science, a minor in North American Studies, and an International Policy Option.
Emmanuella Kanoba is a Master of Arts student in Global Governance at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. She holds a Bachelor of Science in International Relations from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria. After completing her undergraduate studies, she obtained a Certificate of Proficiency in the Portuguese Language. She previously worked in Nigeria’s civil service
Ganiyat Sadiq is a Nigerian-Canadian advocate, researcher, and non-profit specialist dedicated to eliminating systemic barriers faced by marginalized communities. She served as the Co-Founder and Co-Executive Officer External of the Black Inclusion Association, a non-profit organization committed to advancing equity and social justice for Black Albertans. Ganiyat holds a Master’s in International Affairs from Carleton
Jonathan Kranendonk is a graduate student in the MAGG program at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. Prior to admission into the MAGG program, Jonathan completed a double major in English and History at Redeemer University, and a Master’s degree in History at the University of Waterloo. Jonathan’s research focuses on post-independence African history and
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