Matthew Sunil is a student in the Master of International Public Policy (MIPP) program at the Balsillie School of International Affairs, where he focuses on the intersection of conflict, security, and human well-being. His multicultural background, having been raised in Norway and Canada, informs his interest in international cooperation and global governance.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Political Science from McMaster University, where he was active in student leadership and academic publishing. During his undergraduate studies, he served as Vice President of External Relations with the McMaster Political Science Students Association, Managing Editor of the McMaster Undergraduate Journal of Law and Politics, and Vice President of Administration for Amnesty International McMaster.

He is currently a Program Editor Intern with the NATO Association of Canada, where he researches and publishes on NATO, transatlantic relations, and Canada’s role in global security, reflecting his broader interests in international institutions and governance. He also represents the BSIA student body as Faculty Representative to the Wilfrid Laurier University Graduate Students’ Association (WLUGSA), advocating for student needs and fostering institutional engagement. To build a practical skill set for implementing policy, he completed a Graduate Certificate in Project Management, gaining expertise in planning and risk management.

Beyond policy, Matthew has also contributed to frontline community engagement through roles with The HUB in Hamilton and The Salvation Army in Stavanger, Norway, reinforcing his interest in policies that connect social services with security and human well-being. Through his studies at BSIA, he aspires to pursue a career in multilateral organizations, contributing to conflict resolution, human security, and equitable global governance.