Simron J. Singh
School of Environment, Enterprise, and Development
University of Waterloo
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Anoosha Rahim
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
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
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
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
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.
Inderjit Saini
Inderjit Saini (he/him) is a PhD student in the Global Governance program at the Balsillie School of International Affairs (BSIA). His research examines Canadian policy responses to AI-mediated misinformation, focusing on how an understanding of human–machine relationships can inform more effective approaches to misinformation governance. Previously, Inderjit completed an MA in Communication Studies at Wilfrid
Sa’ad Abdirahman Isse
Sa’ad is a Master of Development Practice candidate at the University of Waterloo, with an academic background in Political Science, International Development, and International Studies. His interests centre on international development, public policy, governance, and international cooperation, particularly how policy can better reflect the realities and priorities of the communities it is intended to serve.
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Ahmad Reza Ehsanian
A PhD student in Global Governance at the Balsillie School of International Affairs, Ahmad Reza Ehsanian Mofrad focuses his work on International Political Economy. He is pursuing a joint PhD degree in Applied Economics, and he is ABD. His research is informed by a blend of Middle East political economy, and he has developed a
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Marita Kuruyan
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
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 Ibrahim Qureshi
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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