Gabriel completed his PhD and Master’s degrees in International Relations at Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia in 2024 and 2021, respectively. For his PhD dissertation, he examined regional security cooperation between the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations from 2001 to 2022. Currently, he writes and moderates discussions on defense and
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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
Jayce Abrams is a Master of Arts in Global Governance candidate at the Balsillie School of International Affairs, focusing on digital and data sovereignty in Canada. He is a graduate of the University of Windsor, where he completed an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Criminology and Political Science and was named to the
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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Armandeep Dhillon is a graduate student in the Master of International Public Policy program at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Justice Studies from the University of Guelph-Humber and a diploma in Police Foundations from Humber Polytechnic. His undergraduate studies developed his interests in public policy, community
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
Mandana Jamshidian is a 22-year-old student in the Master of Arts in Global Governance (MAGG) program, and her interests lie in conflict and security as well as human rights and social justice. She received her undergraduate degree from McMaster in sociology, which heavily influenced her desire to apply for the Master of Arts in Global
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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,
Adheesha Perera is a mid career professional from Sri Lanka with over 15 years of experience in policy and practice in Sustainability and Sustainable Finance domains. Over the past decade, he has served in expert committees appointed by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka Banks’ Association’s Sustainable Banking Initiative and The Ceylon Chamber
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Milka Milicevic completed George Brown Polytechnic’s interdisciplinary Honours Bachelor of Food Studies program and graduated with Honours in 2026. In that program, she gained a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of contemporary food system issues, while also having the opportunity to critically examine food systems and their impact on society, health, and the environment. Previously
Natasha graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University in June of 2025, earning her Honours Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies with high distinction. Throughout her degree, she also pursued a minor in Anthropology, which has fuelled her focus on a humanistic approach to international studies. In her final undergraduate year, Natasha worked as an Instructional Assistant
Olivia Waller is a current graduate student at the Balsillie School of International Affairs, pursuing a Master of Global Governance. Prior to joining the Balsillie School, Olivia graduated from the University of Guelph with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Political Science and a minor in International Development Studies. Throughout her undergraduate studies, she developed
