B.A. Political Science & Economics, Montreal, Canada
GPA 3.65
Collège Louise Wegmann
2009 – 2024
French Baccalaureate in Mathematics, Geopolitics and English, Beirut, Lebanon
High Distinction
Relevant coursework
Canadian Politics
Comparative Politics
International Relations
Microeconomics
Macroeconomics
Underground Economy
Organizational Behaviour
Management in Global Context
Middle Eastern Politics & History
European Politics & History
South American Politics & History
U.S. Politics & History
Experience
Parliamentary Intern
May – Jun 2026
House of Commons, Office of a Member of Parliament, Ottawa, Canada
Supported a Member of Parliament on the Subcommittee on International Human Rights during its studies of transnational repression, human rights defenders, democracy worldwide and displaced people, and on the Standing Committee on Official Languages.
Wrote a briefing note before every committee session (three a week), choosing the information most relevant to the Member's priorities.
Drafted statements and speaking points in French and English, including a speech for the Member to deliver in the House and a monthly update to constituents.
Took notes at committee hearings, Question Period and House debates, and reported key positions and outcomes to senior staff.
Researched federal legislation and turned complex policy issues into concise briefing documents.
Law Intern
Jun 2025
Salameh Law Firm, Beirut, Lebanon
Reviewed and analysed contracts to build a practical understanding of legal documents.
Attended court sessions and other legal institutions to observe legal proceedings.
Drafted clear, structured case summaries for supervising attorneys.
Built foundational knowledge of legal processes and professional conduct in a law office.
Crisis Assistant Director
Nov – Dec 2024
Secondary Schools UN Symposium (SSUNS), Montreal, Canada
Managed evolving crisis scenarios with timely updates and a clear conference structure.
Kept the conference running smoothly in fast-paced crisis situations.
Coordinated closely with directors and staff throughout the conference.
Delegate & Laureate
Aug 2023 – Jan 2024
Harvard Model United Nations, DISEC, Boston, USA
Represented Canada in the DISEC committee on the militarisation of space.
Drafted policy proposals and co-negotiated resolutions with fellow delegates.
Researched international policy and historical context to deliver well-informed speeches.
Adapted positions in fast-moving debates on complex geopolitical issues.
Leadership & volunteering
Chief Assistant
May 2015 – Aug 2025
Scouts du Liban, Beirut, Lebanon
Organised team camps in the forest and gave guidance and support to campers.
Key member of the group's annual food bank, which collects more than 20 tons of food every year.
Represented Lebanon at the 25th World Scout Jamboree in Saemangeum, South Korea.
Volunteer Cook
Jul 2023
Order of Malta, Mount Lebanon, Lebanon
Cooked for more than 100 people in need, working with the kitchen staff.
Volunteer
Jul 2020 – Dec 2023
Volunteers Together, Beirut, Lebanon
Prepared and packed food boxes for community members facing food insecurity.
Distributed essential supplies directly to families.
Helped organise community events and supported participants during activities.