Noor Akrawi, from Oakville, Ontario, is a McMaster University graduate with an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Political Science.  Passionate about supporting children and youth, Noor worked as a childcare provider and co-led a local book drive for underprivileged youth. She has held leadership roles including Central Poll Supervisor during the recent federal election, graphic designer for an education NGO, and Vice President of Administration for the McMaster Social Sciences Society. Most recently, she interned at Kids Brain Health Foundation, Canada’s premier charitable foundation advancing science-based solutions for children with neurodevelopmental disabilities, managing social media, knowledge translation, and sponsorship research. Noor enjoys reading, exploring cafés, and road trips. She looks forward to deepening her understanding of Ontario’s policymaking and contributing meaningfully during her OLIP year!

Keana Cavero, raised in Brampton, earned her Bachelor of Law and Legal Studies from Carleton University, concentrating in Transnational Law and Human Rights with a minor in Religion. She also studied at the University of Malaga, researching international law and democratic governance. In Ottawa, she helped lead a student union, researched charity and tax law for the CRA, competed on the varsity rowing team, and much more. Passionate about inclusivity and sport, she is an Emerging BIPOC Leader with the Inclusive Canadian Sport Network and co-runs her family surf shop, hosting community events like beach cleanups and winter clothing drives. She’s had the opportunity to spread her love for law and politics as a House of Commons Page and Legislative Interpretive Officer at Queen’s Park. In her free time, Keana enjoys reading, playing sports, and finding Toronto’s best treats. Keana is incredibly honoured for this opportunity to learn more about community mobilization and policymaking.

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Geneva Fuina was born and raised in Markham, Ontario, before moving to London to complete her Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Political Science at the University of Western Ontario. She graduated at the top of her class, earning the S.F. Glass Gold Medal in Political Science. During her studies, she represented her university’s Model United Nations (MUN) team at the McMUN Conference, the largest collegiate MUN gathering in Canada, where she honed her skills in diplomacy and policy analysis. Her work as a Legal Assistant at a Toronto law firm deepened her interest in the intersection of politics and law, shaping her aspiration to understand governance through multiple lenses. In her free time, Geneva enjoys biking along the Toronto Waterfront and exploring Ontario’s hiking trails. She is honoured to join OLIP and looks forward to examining legislative frameworks across jurisdictions through comparative study tours, while gaining firsthand insight into how policy is developed and implemented.

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Giuliana Iacobucci was born and raised in Toronto. She recently graduated from Queen’s University with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Political Studies. During her undergraduate studies, Giuliana participated in a variety of student publication initiatives, including membership on Politicus and Editor-in-Chief of The Observer (Print Edition). As a published author in The Student Strategy and Security Journal at the University of Glasgow, Giuliana is passionate about academia. As Academics Commissioner at the Arts and Science Undergraduate Society (ASUS), Giuliana oversaw four journals, academic support initiatives, and department student councils. Through this role, she also worked to advocate for and represent the needs of undergraduate Arts and Science students on campus. Formerly a competitive dancer, Giuliana is passionate about fine arts, and she loves to read. Giuliana is thrilled to learn more about governance in Ontario through policy and procedure and is honoured to be part of OLIP’s 50th year! ​

David Landry was born in Halifax, grew up in both Halifax and Ottawa, and now resides in Toronto. David graduated with an Honours Arts and Science degree from McMaster University. At McMaster, David helped secure an affordable bikeshare pass for undergraduates and later joined CityLAB Hamilton, where he collaborated with municipal staff on community-driven transportation policy initiatives. He also studied in France at Sciences Po Lille for a semester. David spent his summers working at the Official Residences of the Governor General in both Quebec City and Ottawa. Passionate about Canada’s geography and nature, he finds joy paddling the lakes and rivers of Ontario and Quebec. David is eager to gain a firsthand understanding of Ontario’s legislative process, learning how to address today’s pressing issues.

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Bianca Morelli was born and raised in Toronto’s west end before moving to Halifax, Nova Scotia to complete a Bachelor of Arts in Law, Justice and Society, and Sociology, with a focus on social anthropology and inequality, at Dalhousie University. She recently concluded her tenure as Vice-President of the Dalhousie Student Union, where she represented over 20,000 students to both university administration and the provincial government, advancing initiatives on student affordability and mental health. Passionate about sexual violence prevention, Bianca has helped organize events such as Take Back the Night and collaborated with several non-governmental organizations to create safe spaces and provide vital survivor support. Outside of her advocacy work, she enjoys strength training, challenging hikes, and long-distance mountain climbs. During OLIP, Bianca looks forward to working collaboratively with her peers and learning from experienced professionals to engage in meaningful policy discussions on Ontario’s most pressing challenges.

Eve Parry was born in Montréal, Québec, and raised in Vancouver, British Columbia. She is a graduate of the London School of Economics (LSE)-University of Toronto (UofT) Master of Public Administration/Master of Global Affairs dual-degree program.  Previously, Eve completed a BSc (Joint Honours) in International Relations and History at the LSE on a partially funded scholarship. Eve worked at the United Nations (UN) for the Executive Office of the Secretary-General, in the International Maritime Organisation (IMO)—the specialized UN agency responsible for maritime safety and security. Additional experience includes working with Journalists for Human Rights (JHR), the International Bar Association (IBA), and the National Portrait Gallery (NPG). Eve was a recipient of the R.F. Harney Graduate Fellowship, a research assistant, and an editor at the LSE Law Review. Beyond academics, Eve is an art enthusiast, avid reader, and is currently training for her first marathon in Niagara Falls. Through OLIP, Eve is eager to learn from and dedicate herself to assisting the determined policy practitioners shaping tomorrow’s Ontario today.​​

Kewan Perera is from Mississauga, Ontario. He holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Justice, Political Philosophy, and Law from McMaster University, and is pursuing a Master of Public Policy at Johns Hopkins University. He served as Director of Governmental Affairs for the Graduate Consulting Club, partnering with AstraZeneca to assess the policy impacts of U.S. data privacy legislation, helping the company to anticipate regulatory shifts, and deepen its partnership with Hopkins. Working with U.S. Senators, including Senator Elizabeth Warren, Kewan has advocated on Capitol Hill for increased Medicare funding for long-term care residents. Recently, he worked in Government Relations at Philip Morris International, engaging policymakers at Queen’s Park on regulatory priorities to advance a smoke-free future. Growing up, Kewan played rugby and recently took up HYROX. Through OLIP, he looks forward to understanding how negotiation and political strategy shape policy.

Emily Yinchang Shi hails from the city of Richmond, British Columbia. She is a recent graduate of the University of Toronto with a double major in Criminology and Political Science. In the course of her studies, she won the 2025 Criminology Student Association Symposium on Legal Norms as well as the J. Michael Kyne Award for Best Essay in Political Theory: Visions of a Good & Just Society. Emily also served as President of the Hart House Debate Club and is an organizer for the 2027 edition of the World Universities Debating Championship in Ottawa. She is a former debate and public speaking coach for Havergal College, with students reaching the elimination rounds of prestigious national and international tournaments. In her spare time, Emily enjoys DIY home improvement projects and assembling furniture. As an OLIP intern, she is most looking forward to working on policies that improve transportation design and accessibility within Ontario.

Shakthi Suthakaran was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario. She completed her Honours Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at the University of Toronto, and subsequently earned her Master’s in Political Studies at Queen’s University.  During her studies, Shakthi served as the Research Director for OXFAM UTSC, Director of Business Development for the Law and Business Association, and Graduate Conference Coordinator for Queen’s Political Studies Graduate Student Association. In the Ontario Public Service, Shakthi has worked as a Policy and Programs Assistant for the Executive Council of Ontario, and Strategic Advisor for Treasury Board Secretariat. In her free time, she can be found authoring across downtown coffeehouses. Shakthi is honoured to participate in OLIP and looks forward to further examining the Canadian political landscape and contributing to the policy work of the Ontario Legislature.