Daniela Mendoza graduated from the University of Alberta with a Bechelor of Arts in Political Science and a Minor in Spanish Language and Literature in 2024. Her research interests include International Political Economic and Diplomacy. During her Bachelor’s, she had the opportunity to complete two work experiences focused on International Trade. During eight months, Daniela […]
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Dawit Yehualashet Kebede is a PhD student at the Balsillie School of International Affairs (BSIA), where his research explores the intersections of diaspora politics and transnational conflict. His current work examines recent violent clashes within Eritrean diaspora festivals in Canada, aiming to uncover how these events are influenced by broader geopolitical tensions in the Horn
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Frances Northeast (she/her) recently graduated from the University of Toronto with an Honours Bachelor of Arts with high distinction, double majoring in Critical Studies in Equity and Solidarity (CSES) and Public Policy, with a minor in Political Science. She is an uninvited, radicalized settler living in Canada due to circumstances beyond her control. During her
Jacob Tuckey is a graduate student in the Master of Arts in Global Governance program at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the Lazaridis School of Business and Economics at Wilfrid Laurier University, specializing in Strategy and International Policy. His research interests center on the role of
Lilla Eperjesi is a student at the Balsillie School of International Affairs in the Masters of Arts in Global Governance Program. She recently graduated from the University of Guelph with an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. Throughout her undergraduate degree, Lilla developed a strong interest in researching gender, security, peace and conflict. During
Sara Hofkes is a PhD Candidate in Global Governance at the Balsillie School of International Affairs and specializing in Multilateral institutions and Diplomacy. She is particularly interested in crisis governance and diplomacy. She graduated with a master of International Relations and Diplomacy jointly taught by Leiden University and the Netherlands Institute of International Relations Clingendael.
Ishmael Philip Carrey is a dedicated graduate student in the International Public Policy program at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. He graduated with honours from Lancaster University, Ghana campus, where he earned his Bachelor’s in Economics and International Relations, with a concentration in International Relations. During his academic journey, Philip has demonstrated a deep passion
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Thomas Gries graduated with Honours from the University of Lethbridge in June of 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. While studying at Lethbridge, he primarily focused on European and American history, leading him to develop an interest in international affairs. After working as an English language teaching assistant through Canada’s Odyssey Program,
Ana Brandusescu researches political power and privatization as they move across cities, provinces and the federal government. In this transjurisdictional AI governance model, she focuses on the increasing allure of chatbots to ‘solve’ interactions among actors.
Dr. Chumachenko’s research is addressing the investigation of data used for epidemic simulation from both technical and policy perspectives.
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Matt Malone is researching government transparency frameworks and the challenges ahead for AI and freedom of information / access to information.
Carol Leaman is the co-founder and CEO of Axonify Inc., the frontline enablement solution that lets deskless workers learn, connect, grow and perform at their best. Based in Waterloo, Ontario, Axonify counts among its customers some of the world’s largest organizations including Walmart, Kroger, Manulife and J&J. Prior to Axonify, Carol was the CEO of
