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Academic and Research Interests: <\/strong>My academic and research interests center on migration, diaspora, and human rights, with a particular focus on refugee protection, statelessness, and community resilience. I explore how forced displacement intersects with policy, identity, and advocacy, and I aim to bridge scholarly research with practical solutions that empower marginalized communities. My current work examines the Rohingya diaspora and global refugee policy frameworks, incorporating comparative perspectives on forced migration, integration, and transnational networks. I am particularly interested in policy innovation, community-driven approaches, and the role of media and storytelling in shaping public narratives and influencing systemic change. 
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Select Publications:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tempo – Australia`s Border Protection and the Rohingya – Dec 2018

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New Naratif – Stateless in a Globalised World – July 2019<\/p>\n

Latitude Adjustment – Stateless – Myanmar’s Rohingya People – Aug 2019<\/p>\n

Overland – Refugees will not be silent: two months of protests in Makassar – Oct 2019<\/p>\n

SBS News – I escaped genocide but I cannot escape Australia\u2019s immigration policies – Sept 2019<\/p>\n

Al Jazeera – We, the Rohingya youth, demand our right to an education – Dec 2019<\/p>\n

BuzzFeed News – Refugees Stuck In Indonesia Are Experiencing a Mental Health Crisis – Feb 2020<\/p>\n

SBS news – ‘Impossible to self-isolate,’ Refugees in Indonesia fear coronavirus outbreak – April 2020<\/p>\n

Overland – A lost generation of refugee children In Indonesia – May 2020<\/p>\n

Southeast Asia Globe – Across Indonesia, latest Covid-19 surge adds to woes of refugees in limbo – May 2020<\/p>\n

Peril – A Lifetime in Lockdown – July 2020<\/p>\n

SBS News – Asif wanted to be a lawyer in Australia. Instead, he took his own life in Indonesia – July 2020<\/p>\n

Southeast Asia Globe – In Makassar, refugees rally for medical treatment in the shadow of the virus – Sept 2020<\/p>\n

RightNow – Freedom Street: A Documentary Journey into the Australian Border policy – Sept 2020<\/p>\n

SBS News – Why this refugee woman boxing champion cannot become an international star – Oct 2020<\/p>\n

Eureka Street – My halted journey toward freedom – Dec 2020<\/p>\n

BBC News Indonesia – Refugees in Indonesia – Jan 2021<\/p>\n

BBC News Indonesia – Refugees in Indonesia – Aug 2021<\/p>\n

Forced Migration Review – Public health and WASH \/ Non-signatory States and the international refugee regime – June 2021<\/p>\n

Overland – Indefinite limbo drives refugees to take their own lives in Indonesia – Feb 2021<\/p>\n

Open Canada – A Rohingya refugee\u2019s flight to Canada – Feb 2022<\/p>\n

CBC: I used to be stateless. That’s why I value my Canadian permanent resident card so much – Oct 2022<\/p>\n

Open Canada: \u201cWe are dying please save us\u201d Rohingya people have been adrift in the Andaman sea for weeks – Dec 2022<\/p>\n

ABC Australia – The Ongoing Rohingya Crisis – Feb 2023<\/p>\n

The Hill Times – No solution to the Rohingya crisis yet, but there is now hope – Dec 2023<\/p>\n

Personal website<\/p>\n

Journal of Refugee Studies – Refugee Journalism in Indonesia: Self-Representation, Resistance, and Writing across Borders – Oct 2023<\/p>\n

Open Canada – Standing Up for Women in Afghanistan – Feb 2024<\/p>\n

Open Canada – The Rohingya Genocide \u2013 An Urgent Call to the Canadian Government – June 2024<\/p>\n

Policy Options – Canada must lead in responding to the desperate plight of the Rohingya – June 2024<\/p>\n

Hill Times – Canada must recommit to addressing the Rohingya crisis – Nov 2024<\/p>\n

The New Humanitarian – Help the Rohingya to Help Themselves – Nov 2024<\/p>\n

Open Canada: Refugees Deserve a Seat at the Table – August, 2025<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Select Conference Presentations: <\/strong>Refugee Advisor \u2013 Canadian Delegation to UNHCR CRCP
\nSelected to join the Canadian delegation as a Refugee Advisor for the UNHCR Consultations on Resettlement and Complementary Pathways (CRCP) in Geneva.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Participated in high-level discussions on global refugee resettlement, complementary pathways, and meaningful refugee participation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Provided insights drawn from lived experience to help shape Canada\u2019s international engagement and refugee policy priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Engaged with international stakeholders, civil society, and refugee leaders to advocate for inclusive and rights-based approaches to protection and durable solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Represented community perspectives in sessions focused on refugee co-leadership, accountability, and system change.
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Volunteer, Practicum, and Work Experience:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Professional Experience
\nAdvisor | Refugee Advisory Networks of Canada
\nOttawa, Canada | 2024 \u2013 Present
\nAdvise on refugee policy, ensuring that refugee voices are heard and integrated into advocacy and decision-making processes.
\nProvide insights and recommendations on enhancing refugee support systems in Canada.
\nconsultant | Parliamentary Centre
\nOttawa, Canada | November 2024- March 2025
\nMentoring a communication course for Myanmar\u2019s emerging leaders through the Parliamentary Centre.
\nEmphasizing effective advocacy, media literacy, and communication skills.
\nResearch & Advocacy Contributor
\nHuman Rights Research and Education Centre, UOttawa
\nJanuary 2025 \u2013 May 2025
\nOrganized workshops for diasporic activists to build alliances for collective advocacy.
\nResearched Rohingya human rights issues and policy solutions in collaboration with academic teams.
\nContributed to reports and policy recommendations on refugee protection and community resilience.
\nRefugee Advisor \u2013 Canadian Delegation to UNHCR CRCP
\nImmigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) \u00b7 Seasonal
\nGeneva, Switzerland | Jun 2025 (1 week)
\nJoined Canada\u2019s delegation to the UNHCR CRCP as a Refugee Advisor.
\nShared lived-experience insights to inform refugee policy.
\nEngaged in global discussions on resettlement and complementary pathways.
\nAdvocated for inclusive, rights-based approaches and refugee co-leadership.Co-created a leading platform dedicated to cross-border storytelling, focusing on marginalized voices.
\nEdited and mentored refugee writers, assisting them in sharing their narratives in international media.
\nLed global campaigns that raised awareness about refugee and asylum seeker experiences.
\nCo-Founder & Editorial Lead | The Archipelago Magazine
\nGlobal | March 2019 \u2013 Present
\nCommunication Coordinator | Pivotree
\nToronto, Canada | April 2022 \u2013 October 2022
\nSupported diversity and inclusion initiatives, enhancing internal communication through multimedia strategies.
\nDeveloped content for web and social media, advancing corporate advocacy and community outreach.
\nParliamentary Centre Fellow
\nParliamentary Centre, January 2023 – December 2023
\nComprehensive Insight: Gained understanding of parliamentary procedures and governance.
\nEnhanced Advocacy Skills: Improved communication and influence on the Rohingya crisis through direct interactions with policymakers.
\nNetworking and Mentorship: Built valuable connections and received mentorship to aid advocacy for marginalized communities.
\nLegislative Assistant
\nAdvocacy Focus: Organized discussions on the Rohingya crisis with Myanmar representatives and raised Senate awareness.
\nYouth Engagement: Utilized Senator McPhedran’s support to connect with youth advocacy groups, enhancing Canadian advocacy experience.
\nNetworking: Built relationships with influential individuals.
\nSenator Marilou McPhedran’s Office, October 2023 – December 2023
\nUNHCR, Indonesia: Oct 2020 – May 2021
\nREPRESENTATIVE FOR ROHINGYA
\nAdvocated for Rohingya refugees by increasing awareness among local organizations, NGOs, and government agencies.
\nWorked alongside UNHCR to facilitate the release of refugees from detention,
\nEmployed legal and political strategies to safeguard their rights against detention and deportation.
\nCommunication Coordinator | Mohawk College
\nJan 2023 – Apr 2023
\nConducted engaging interviews and crafted stories for publication.
\nPromoted the organization’s profile through speeches and articles.
\nOrganized events to build relationships with partners and stakeholders.
\nLegislative Assistant: MP Sameer Zuberi’s office
\nOttawa, Canada | April 2023 \u2013 June 2023
\nLed discussions on the Rohingya crisis in MP Sameer Zuberi’s office and raised Senate awareness.
\nEngaged youth and community organizations for collaborative advocacy.
\nCoordinated outreach to strengthen ties with MPs, ministers, and external partners.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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M.A. Supervisor: <\/strong> James Milner<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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